As we proceed on our personal journey, is it not true, we invariably come to a fork in the road of life? at these moments in life, it demands for us to be decisive. Growing up, many young ones were not permitted to share their feelings and thoughts that affected the family, parents always had the last say, as it should be. However, children were excluded from these forums entirely, and in many cases has had a serious repercussion as adults in making major life decisions for themselves. Consequently, as grownups we have the tendency to depend on others as a proxy for making our big life decisions for us, and if no one is there, we become motionless, or in other words, we hold back. This implies that there is a fear of responsibility, some adults do not want anyone to point their finger at them, blaming them for things going wrong. Undoubtably, fear and uncertainty will induce procrastination; Therefore, they tend to allow others to decide for them since we refuse to remove ourselves from our comfort zone.
What can help if we find ourselves at a critical crossroad? Growing up on a farm, I remember that cows always chewed on the cud, and it was because they always had plenty of fodder in their stomach, and when a cow does this is called ruminating. Similarly, if we are to “ruminate” about our life changing decision, our mind needs plenty of fodder or something to consider before we make up our mind. There is a mix of things we must ponder or “meditate” about that is essential, so, ask yourself the following questions. “Will my decision benefit others? Will this decision bring me contentment in life? Will this decision benefit me in the long-term?” I encourage you to examine these basic criteria in the order indicated, if so, it adds nobility and reaffirms your personal mettle. It is not one or two of these questions, but a blend of all these three inquiries that will assist you to make the right decision when you come to a fork in the road. And now, if you would excuse me, I will leave you with the following thought to reflect. “Indecision is the greatest thief of opportunity.” Emanuel Jim Rohn
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