guidance

/ˈɡaɪdəns/
noun
  1. Help or advice that shows someone what to do.
    • She sought guidance from a career counselor.
    • The teacher offered guidance on how to write the essay.
    • Parents provide guidance to their children every day.
  2. The process of directing the movement or operation of something, such as a vehicle or missile.
    • Modern cars have advanced guidance technology for navigation.
    • The missile uses a laser for guidance to its target.
    • The ship's guidance system kept it on course during the storm.