Michael

All we have to decide is what to do with the time that is given us. - Gandalf in J.R.R. Tolkien’s Fellowship of the Ring (The Lord of the Rings)

Gandalf’s quote in The Fellowship of the Ring is one of my all time favorites. He (Tolkien) succinctly summarizes what our one decision is at all times. Oh, but what a complex and rich decision that can be.

Many of us have trouble making decisions. I once dealt with that struggle also. What’s funny to me is that by not making a decision, it always defaults to something and probably not anything you will really like. For me, not making decisions was a self-esteem problem. I was more concerned with what others would think of me based on the decision I may or may not make. It was easier to hide behind not making a decision than to face confrontation.

But, now the majority of my decisions are based on what will make me happy. I’ve decided now to spend my time doing things I enjoy and can have fun with. That thought process goes all the way down to mundane things like cleaning the dishes and etc. There are many times I’m happier doing the dishes in the morning instead of the evening. I just go with whatever I’m feeling at the time.

So, when you make the decision on what to do with the time you are given, make sure it is meaningful for you.

Michael