Make Decisions and Take Action

So much of what happens in our lives results from

our decisions. This is often why it’s so difficult for

us when we face a tragedy. We naturally see what’s

happened as the result of our decisions. We blame

ourselves and we feel guilty. If we don’t perceive

what’s happened as the result of our decisions, we

often believe that the tragedy was the result of

someone else’s decisions/actions.

Whether we’re feeling guilty about causing the event

or feeling anger towards those we feel were in some

way responsible, the reality of our loss still exists.

Remember, whatever you decide to focus on,

whatever you choose to think about, will become

your experience. And what you think and do during

this crisis, during this peak emotional time in your life,

will stay with you forever.

Although establishing goals and making decisions

are a constructive way to use your energy, unless

you take action to reach them, goals are no different

than a colorful map that never gets used.

When is it best to act on your decisions and to work

toward achieving your goals?

There’s no simple answer. There’s no rulebook or

time line for your crisis. Some people will act

immediately or soon after a tragedy. Others will wait

to act, taking some time to heal.

Regardless of your timing, when you choose to make

a decision and take action, you’ll be consciously

making a choice and, therefore, you’ll be taking

control of your life.