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What Truly Matters?

Ask yourself the single question that distinguishes real decisions from distractors.

10 min Intermediate

Goal

Invoke values compass in moments of confusion, cut the noise and choose by what matters.

Steps

  1. 1
    In dilemma between two, stop mental comparison.
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Expected Outcome

Immediate
One option clarifies with unexpected force.

Evidence base

School: ACT

Founders: Steven C. Hayes (1986)

Hayes developed ACT since 1986. The question is a core tool.

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How long does "What Truly Matters?" take?
This exercise takes about 10 minutes, practiced solo in a Written reflection format.
When will I notice the effect of "What Truly Matters?"?
One option clarifies with unexpected force. In the short term: Decisions align with your values.
Is "What Truly Matters?" evidence-based?
Yes — it draws on ACT (Steven C. Hayes (1986)). Hayes developed ACT since 1986. The question is a core tool.
Is "What Truly Matters?" suitable for beginners?
Its difficulty level is: Intermediate. No external tools required — it can be practiced directly inside the app.

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