Action

“Don’t hope – decide.” Tsering Dokkar Sherpa

In my years in psychological practice, it seems that the thing that keeps people mired is their lack of action.  They stay in the mulling, considering, hoping; and do not move to action.  A very wise therapist taught me that there are always at least three options in any situation, and I think she is right.  So, when faced with a dilemma or any decision to be made, think of at least three options.  Choose the one that seems best to you, which may mean that it is the one with the least negative consequences.  And, act on that choice.  That is the path to good mental health.  Think of at least 3 options, choose among them, and act on the one chosen.  If, at any point you feel you have taken the wrong path, repeat the process of thinking of 3 options, choosing one, and acting on it.  An easy technique for better mental health.