A workshop companion

No Matter How Old We Are, Or Where We Are On Our Life’s Journey,
Important Decisions Don’t Stop Coming.

After decades of building a life, the structures that once guided us —our careers, families, friendships, homes, and communities, can shift over time. We may find ourselves navigating changing health, new housing needs, shifting personal care, or evolving family dynamics. And when life changes, the decisions we face change too. Norma is here to help us think through what comes next.

Now showing: The Friendship Village workshop with Dr. Jack Gilbert (ASU) and Chris Spetzler (Decision Education Foundation).

What’s On Your Mind?

Norma will walk you through the 6 elements of a good decision.

You don’t have to figure it all out at once. That’s where Norma comes in.

Meet Norma

A thoughtful companion for life’s big decisions.

You’ve spent decades making decisions, solving problems and building a life. You already have a lifetime of experience and wisdom to draw upon.

Norma helps you put that wisdom to work.

Bring her a question or a dilemma-anything you haven’t quite figured out yet. Through conversation, Norma helps you slow down, explore what matters most to you, consider your options and think through the tradeoffs.

She won’t tell you what to do. She’ll help you figure out what’s right for you.

How It Works.

  1. 01
    You bring the question.

    Tell Norma what’s on your mind.

  2. 02
    Norma helps you explore.

    She asks thoughtful questions and helps you uncover what matters most.

  3. 03
    You see your options more clearly.

    Together, you can explore possibilities, trade offs, and what each choice means for your life.

  4. 04
    You make the decision.

    Because the best decisions are ultimately yours to make.

The Decision Chain

A decision is only as good
as its weakest link.

Six things need to be true. Miss any one and the others don't save you. This is the framework Norma will walk through with you.

Elements of a Good Decision. Six interlocking links: Helpful Frame, Clear Values, Creative Alternatives, Useful Information, Sound Reasoning, and Commitment to Follow Through.

Upcoming Workshops

Dates and locations coming soon.

In-person seminar

When life changes, decisions change — how to navigate them.

Big decisions don't stop, they just change. From health and finances to relationships and daily living, there's often a lot to sort through. This workshop introduces a clear, step-by-step approach to help you organize your thinking, reduce overwhelm, and make confident choices.

Led by
Clinical Professor, College of Health Solutions, Arizona State University
Executive Director, Decision Education Foundation
Former School Superintendent; Board, Decision Education Foundation

FAQS

Is this a doctor, a financial advisor, or a lawyer?

No. Norma is a thinking companion, not a professional. She'll help you organize what you know, what you don't, and what you actually want, so when you talk to your doctor, advisor, or family, you arrive ready.

Do I need to know anything about decision science?

Not a thing. Norma runs the process. You bring the decision, she brings the framework.

Can I talk about a decision I've already made?

Yes, and it's often the most useful place to start. Walk an already-made decision through the chain and see whether the reasoning still holds.

Will Norma tell me what to do?

She'll reflect back what your own values and information point to. If that contradicts your gut, that's the most valuable thing she can give you, it tells you exactly which belief to look at again.

You make the call. Norma makes sure it holds up.

Your workspace

Decisions.

Saved conversations with Norma. Each one captures what you framed, what you weighed, and where you landed.

Decision
New decision
Conversation

Work through the decision.

Canvas

The decision, laid out.