I absolutely suck at making any sort of decision. Whether it is big or small, I let it consume my life and cause agony. When it seems as though I have finally come to a choice, I change my mind three seconds later. When I am forced to make a really big decision on my own, there is a lot of consideration.
In fact, I would argue that there are too many things to consider. Basically, RIP my sanity. The one thing that I have learned from making important life decisions is that it is very similar to the five stages of grief; here's how:
1. Denial
The worst thing you can do is act like you have everything under control when you don't. It's good to talk the situation out with other people and make it a reality. Yes, it is terrifying, but if you never confront the decision you need to make, it will only make things worse.
2. Anger
Once it sets in that you really do need to make a choice- and probably soon- you might get a little (VERY) mad. Plus, being an adult sucks. That's reason enough to be mad.
3. Bargaining
During this stage, you start to get creative. You think of a world in which both sides of your decision are possible. However, it probably doesn't make any logical sense and you're reaaaaaaally stretching it. You're just going to have to make a choice.
4. Depression
After visualizing a world in which you don't have to make a choice afterall, it hits you: you can't. The overwhelm of having to make a decision hits you even harder than before, and you sink low. Really really low. Will-Ferrell-drinking-wine low.
5. Acceptance
Congrats! When you have reached this stage, you will have finally made the full circle that I told you would happen at the very beginning: you have to make a choice.
Safe yourself the hassle and just make a decision. What's the worst that could happen? Actually, don't answer that.
