Career decisions become difficult when every thought has the same volume. Start by separating what is true from what is merely urgent. Write down the decision, the deadline, the constraints you cannot change, and the assumptions you are treating as facts.
Next, compare options against the life you want—not only the title you want. Look at learning, energy, income, environment, and the people you will work with. You do not need certainty; you need enough evidence for the next responsible move.
Finally, design a small experiment. Speak to someone in the role, complete one realistic task, or test your story in an interview. Clarity often arrives after motion, not before it.