Archive for November 4th, 2013
Decisions
We all make decisions; snap decisions, thoughtful decisions, tough decisions, simple decisions, good decisions, bad decisions, informed decisions, intuitive decisions.
We don’t spend too much time or give too much thought to dozens of daily decisions: what to wear, eat, read, watch, clean, cook, etc. These are routine, almost automatic choices we make frequently throughout our day.
Then we face the more challenging, sometimes difficult and often out-of-the-ordinary decisions: A new car or used car? Where to live? Expensive shoes vs. cheaper shoes? Stay on budget or splurge? And then there are philosophical decisions: Do I believe in God? If so, what kind of God? Do I decide to affiliate as a Republican, a Democrat or an Independent?
When facing difficult decisions, exploring and widening our options, consulting wise counsel, curbing our optimism or pessimism, and seeking Divine guidance are useful strategies. Ask yourself what advice you would give your best friend, your partner, or your child. If possible, use the 24 hour, sleep-on-it rule. Accept that you will make decisions that you regret as well as ones that make you happy.
I invite you this week to look at how you make important decisions.