An Easier Way to Make Decisions: Viewing Them as Temporary

Life often requires us to make decisions that feel monumental, decisions that carry a heavy emotional weight because they seem permanent. But what if there was a way to ease the burden of these decisions? What if you could shift your mindset and see most decisions as temporary, rather than permanent? This simple shift in perspective could change how you approach decision-making in your personal and professional life.

The Struggles of Big Decisions

Whether it’s deciding to move a loved one to a senior care facility, sending your children to a hostel to escape daily conflicts, or even choosing to hire help at home during difficult times, the weight of these decisions can be overwhelming. You might fear that these actions are irreversible or that they might make you feel guilty for not doing more. The hesitation grows, and soon, the decision feels paralyzing.

I’ve experienced this firsthand. A recent situation in my life involved a loved one needing special care, and I found myself stuck in a cycle of hesitation. The idea of making a permanent decision weighed heavily on me. But then, I was reminded of something important: very few decisions in life are truly permanent.

The Power of Viewing Decisions as Temporary

What if we considered those tough choices as temporary? A temporary decision is one that can be reversed if it doesn’t work out. This simple perspective shift opens up possibilities. For instance, when deciding to place a loved one in a care facility, the thought of it being temporary makes the decision feel less daunting. If it doesn’t work, you can always explore other options.

The same applies to decisions in business, relationships, and even self-development. You can hire help at home, take a break from your career, or try a new project without the pressure of permanence. If things don’t work out, you can adjust accordingly. This mindset allows for flexibility and room for growth.

Communicating the Temporary Nature of Decisions

Another helpful step is to communicate the temporary nature of your decisions to those affected. For example, if you hire a caregiver for a family member, explaining that this is a temporary arrangement until things settle can help everyone involved feel more comfortable with the change. It’s not about abandoning someone or making a final decision—it’s about making an adjustment that works for now.

Let Go of Guilt

By viewing decisions as temporary, we can release the guilt that often comes with them. There’s no need to fear making the wrong choice. If the situation changes, you can always alter course. The guilt of “abandoning” someone or “giving up” can be replaced with a sense of relief, knowing you are doing what’s best in the moment.

Most Decisions Are Reversible

Take a moment to reflect on the decisions you’ve been hesitant to make recently. Are they truly permanent? The chances are, many of them are reversible. In my experience, few decisions are truly final, and when we see them this way, we can approach them with less stress and more confidence.

Conclusion

Making decisions doesn’t have to be overwhelming. When you regard them as temporary, you can navigate through life’s uncertainties with more ease and clarity. So next time you find yourself at a crossroads, remember: most decisions can be reversed. It’s not as permanent as it feels. Let this shift in perspective make decision-making easier and help you move forward without fear or guilt.