The term 'consider seriously' can be broken down into three crossword solutions: HEED (4 letters), SEEONESWAY (10 letters), and TAKETOHEART (11 letters). HEED is a verb meaning to pay attention to or obey a warning or advice. SEEONESWAY is an idiom meaning to think carefully about a situation before making a decision. TAKETOHEART is an idiom meaning to take something seriously and act on it. All three of these solutions suggest that one should take the time to think carefully and seriously about a situation before making a decision.