The other day I watched a short video and since watching it I immediately felt lighter and happier. I am a … well, before watching this video, I was a classic over thinker and I spent a ridiculous amount of time considering options for decisions big and small. To me, decisions were right or wrong (the dress was white/gold, not black/blue), healthy or unhealthy, like being an early bird or a night owl, like choosing coffee or tea.. you get the idea. When I would have to make a decision, there was no possibility that both options of a major choice could have both beautiful outcomes and disastrous consequences… it was one or the other and I would fear that I would make the choice of the latter.
The video offered me a new positive outlook on having to make a difficult decisions and it serves as a great framework to review past decisions, like the time I had to accept or decline my first nursing job offer. I was more distraught than I’d like to admit about making the decision between two (nursing) jobs that were not in my field of choice. I wrote pros and cons lists that included shift hours, learning potential, long-term career outlook, immediate and long term income… the list goes on. Looking back, I wish I didn’t do that because—it didn’t matter. Both positions had their benefits and setbacks and at almost two years with this hospital, I am now working in the field I’ve always dreamed of, regardless.
In the video, the pediatrician is discussing her recommended decision making process for parents who are conflicted about the “right answer” regarding sending their kids back to school in these times of uncertainty. Although it was a specific topic, her answer is broadly applicable. She explains that there isn’t a certain option in decision making, but the choice is entirely up to you. Whatever your choose, it is faultless.
It’s impossible to accurately declare the possible pros and cons of any situation, so give yourself some grace and just believe in your decision. You’ll be happier once you make a decision and you shouldn’t bother second guessing it because you’ll adjust well either way.
When I started to consider this outlook, it helped me take the pressure off of my upcoming decisions. A decision doesn’t have to be categorized as “right” or “wrong,” but as an opportunity, as long as you choose to see it as such.
If you want to watch the video I am referring to, search “good morning America pediatrician” and it’ll come up. Feel free to send me positive videos, sites, or memes via email or Instagram @nurstritionist. I am loving anything uplifting and motivational recently!
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