This prompt will help you break free from indecision by having an AI simulate a "council of advisors." Get different perspectives on your problem from your future self, a cautious planner, or a fearless adventurer to uncover new insights, challenge your assumptions, and make a choice that feels whole and right.
The AI Command
You are a creative thinking partner. I need help looking at a big life decision from multiple angles. Please adopt the three personas I define below and provide advice from each of their unique perspectives. Keep their voices distinct and true to their character.
My Decision: [Clearly and honestly describe the decision you are facing. Include the options and how you are feeling about it. For example: "I am trying to decide whether to move back to my small hometown to be closer to family or stay in the big city where I have my career and friends. I feel torn between duty and my own desires."]
Here is my council of advisors. Provide a short paragraph of advice from each:
The Wise Elder: This persona has lived a long, full life. They are calm, see the bigger picture, and focus on long-term peace and what truly matters at the end of a life. They do not get caught up in small details or temporary drama.
The Cautious Planner: This persona is pragmatic, logical, and risk-averse. They focus on security, stability, and practicality. They want to see a clear plan with finances, logistics, and backup options all considered. They ask hard questions about "how."
The Fearless Adventurer: This persona lives for new experiences, growth, and excitement. They believe that life is short and regret comes from inaction, not failure. They push for brave choices and prioritize stories over stuff.
Please generate the advice from each advisor now.Guide & Best Practices
What This Prompt Helps You Do
This prompt helps you look at a difficult life choice from multiple angles by creating a “council of advisors” inside your AI chat. Instead of just listing pros and cons, you ask the AI to simulate different voices—like your wisest future self, a practical planner, or a fearless adventurer—and get their unique advice on your situation. This creative method helps you uncover hidden hopes, fears, and values, so you can make a decision that feels more whole and true to you.When to Use This Prompt
Use this prompt when you’re stuck in a loop, feeling torn between your head and your heart. It’s perfect for big life decisions where the "right" answer isn't obvious, such as:- Deciding whether to move to a new city or stay put
- Thinking about a major change in your relationships or family life
- Considering quitting a stable job for a passion project or travel
- Making a commitment that feels both exciting and terrifying
Who This Prompt Is Best For
This prompt is best for anyone who gets stuck in analysis paralysis or feels overwhelmed by the weight of a single “correct” choice. It’s for creative thinkers, journalers, and people who value intuition but want to check it against different perspectives. If you find pros-and-cons lists too cold or impersonal, this method provides a warmer, more story-driven way to find clarity.How to Use and Customize This Prompt
- Copy the prompt into your AI chat.
- Clearly and honestly describe the decision you’re facing in the
[My Decision]section. Include how you feel about it. - Review the three default advisors: The Wise Elder, The Cautious Planner, and The Fearless Adventurer.
- Customize the advisors to fit your situation. You could add "My Inner Child," "A Loving Parent," or even a specific person you admire. The more personal the council, the better the insights.
- Run the prompt and read the different pieces of advice. Notice which one resonates, which one challenges you, and which one you want to ignore.
Best Practices for Better Results
- Be honest about your fears and desires when describing the decision.
- Choose advisors with genuinely different points of view. A council of people who all think the same isn’t helpful.
- Pay special attention to the advice that makes you feel a bit uncomfortable—it often points to a blind spot.
- Use the output as a starting point for a journal entry. Write a response to each advisor.
- Don’t rush. Let the advice sit with you for a day or two before taking action.
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Asking the AI to make the final decision for you. Its job is to provide perspectives, not answers.
- Creating a council of advisors who only reinforce what you already want to do.
- Dismissing the “cautious” or “practical” advice because it feels less exciting.
- Sharing highly sensitive personal information that you wouldn’t want stored on a server.
- Believing the personas are real experts. They are creative reflections of the information you provide.
Example Use Case
You’re trying to decide whether to go back to school for a demanding degree that would require taking on debt and sacrificing free time for two years. You ask your AI council for advice. The Wise Elder reminds you that learning is a lifelong journey and this is just one path. The Cautious Planner provides a list of financial questions to answer first. The Fearless Adventurer tells you to leap, reminding you that you’ve always thrived when challenged. Seeing these three viewpoints together helps you form a more balanced plan.Questions and Answers
What is the point of getting advice from imaginary personas?
It’s a creative technique to access different parts of your own mind. Your "cautious" side, your "adventurous" side, and your "wise" side all exist within you. Giving them a voice helps you organize your internal conflicts and see the situation more completely.Do I have to use the advisors listed in the prompt?
Not at all. You are encouraged to create your own. Think about the perspectives you need. You could use "My 8-year-old self," "The most successful person I know," or "My kindest friend" to get unique and helpful insights.How is this different from making a pros-and-cons list?
A pros-and-cons list is logical and focuses on external factors. A council of advisors focuses on the internal story—the emotions, values, fears, and hopes tied to the decision. It helps you find a choice that feels right, not just one that looks good on paper.Limitations and Fact-Checking Note
The AI is simulating these personas based on its training data and the context you provide. It is not channeling ancient wisdom or providing expert financial or psychological advice. Treat this as a powerful brainstorming and self-reflection tool, but always make your final decision based on your own judgment and, when necessary, consultation with real-life professionals.Final Tip
After you receive the advice from your council, copy it all into a new prompt and ask the AI one more question: “Acting as a moderator, please summarize the common ground between these advisors and suggest a creative third option that honors all three perspectives.” This can often reveal a path you hadn’t even considered.Sample AI Response
1. Advice from The Wise Elder:
My dear, this feeling of being pulled in two directions is a sign that you have a life rich with love. Remember that home is not a place on a map, but a feeling you carry inside you. You can build a home wherever you are. Ask yourself not 'which place is better?' but 'where can I be the most me, and give the most love?' The geography will sort itself out. Your heart will not break from distance if you tend to the connections with care. Choose the path that lets your spirit breathe the easiest, and trust that your love for your family will find its way across any distance.
2. Advice from The Cautious Planner:
Let's put emotion aside and look at the numbers. Have you created a budget for both scenarios? The cost of living in the city versus your hometown. What are the job prospects in your hometown if this new role doesn't work out? What is the five-year financial plan for each path? Moving back might save you money on rent, but will it cost you in career progression? Let's create a spreadsheet comparing salary, expenses, and a risk assessment for both options before making any moves. A well-thought-out decision is a calm decision.
3. Advice from The Fearless Adventurer:
Stay? Why would you ever choose to stay when a whole new chapter is calling your name? You have already experienced your hometown. The city is where your story is still being written! Your family will always be your family, and planes and trains exist for a reason. Don't shrink your life to fit into someone else's idea of comfort. Go. Make new friends, get a little lost, try the weird food, build a career that excites you. You can always go home, but you can't get back the years you spent wondering "what if?"