# Analysis of ritual design and its impact on decision-making ability ## Ceremony design considerations Designing such rituals requires a balance between psychological needs and ethical considerations: 1. ** Progressive self-reflection**: You can start with simple daily self-reflection and gradually deepen to a deeper level of self-examination, rather than directly entering extreme self-denial. 2. **Constructive atonement behavior**: Guide atonement to community service, remedial behavior, or self-improvement activities 3. **Balanced experience**: Design affirmation and acceptance links after self-examination to avoid falling into a purely negative cycle ## Possible ritual framework * Regular introspection and meditation, focusing on reflecting on the consistency of personal behavior and values * Group sharing and listening sessions to create a space for empathy * Symbolic "laying down" rituals, such as burning after writing down the burden * Community service as a practical atonement * Phased growth marks to celebrate personal progress ## Analysis of the impact on decision-making ability **Potential negative effects**: * Excessive dependence on external recognition may weaken independent judgment * Persistent self-doubt may lead to hesitant decision-making * Cognitive rigidity may form in extreme cases **Potential positive impact**: * Enhancing self-awareness can improve the quality of ethical decision-making * Cultivating reflective habits helps reduce impulsive decision-making * Moderate self-examination can promote more comprehensive consideration It is important that any such practice should respect personal autonomy, avoid psychological harm, and regularly evaluate its impact.