Moments of Indecision

Mornin'

The are two ways we can go during moments of indecision. They are act and don't act and each decision brings with it its own set of consequences.

Let's take acting during moments of indecision. When we do not think challenges or situations through and act impulsively, we can either succeed or suffer what seems like failure. Things aren't always what they seem so we must be careful when always looking at our mishaps in a negative light.

First, when we decide on something impulsively and get less than desirable consequences, we should look at the whole situation as a learning experience instead of a failure. That way, we can avoid unnecessary negative self talk; energy that could be spent of managing other areas of our lives.

Finally, we can act impulsively and get the results we desire. This is oftentimes referred to as acting instinctively to certain situations. It is the Great Spirit's way of protecting us and usually the one's we love. Some refer to it as part of our self-preservation skills.

We can also refrain from acting in situations altogether and this too has mixed consequences. When we refrain from acting in situations, there can either be positive or negative results. By not acting, we could prevent a situation from escalating to dangerous levels or watch as a conflict builds and people or things suffer undesirable consequences.

Life seems to be a delicate balance of these two options. When we should or should not act in certain situations becomes an art, if you will, as we mature. This is a complex topic, one in which each person's unique wants and needs play an important role in which direction these choices take them. I have learned through my own experiences that I usually need to think things - though briefly sometimes - through before I act. I work diligently to avoid acting on impulse these days. It is one of the greatest challenges I have ever accepted but one in which I have also learned many valuable lessons. Well thought out decisions produce far better consequences than impulsive, selfish ones.

Peace