How to Choose a Definitive Course of Action

Edited by Paula Andrea Pyle, M.A., DifuWu, KateH, Teresa and 3 others

In life, we are continually faced with a myriad of conflicting choices. We want to do what's right. We pause and reflect upon the various obvious and not-so-obvious choices before moving ahead. But, sometimes the best action is simply to wade beyond the pooled fear of indecision

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Avoid pressure.

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Weigh the risks and benefits before making the decision.
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Refuse to be coerced or persuaded.
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Limit outside advice.
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Do not push.
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Allow things to unfold naturally.
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Listen to the 'still small voice' within.
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Remedy striving.
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Diminish competing.
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Jump, when you feel like it!

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EditTips

Follow your own passion; no matter where it leads.
Live fully without asking permission or validation.
The truth stands while the rest falls away.
Life has a way of settling things without personal interference.
Doors open when it's time, not before.

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