Men often struggle most with pressure, isolation, and internal confusion in hard times and seasons, leading to rushed, reactive, or avoidant decision-making rather than slowed, prayerful discernment. #1 of 8 Pressure to “be decisive” and not show weakness. Many men carry an internal script that says: - real men decide quickly - don’t hesitate - don’t ask for help Cultural pressure pushes them toward: - snap decisions - overconfidence - pretending they are sure when they are actually confused or afraid of the outcome and consequences. Key decision-making effects: - Emotions and body signals ignored–treating feelings as a threat instead of data - Seeking counsel is avoided ________________ “What do you do next?” “What is your best calculated, productive, fruitful way to respond?” barry/fs