The Key to Good Decisions
by Ari Koinuma on Mar.04, 2010, under Lessons of Life, Our Best Version
A simple principle I’m trying to apply to my decision-making is “which way is going to feel better afterwards?”
In the other words, I’m tuning into my imagination to see whether I feel proud of the decision later.
Feelings are great indicators of my state of being. If I’m tired, I’d be unmotivated or move attracted to easier choices.
But it’s often not the indicator of which way I should choose. If the path of quick, instant gratification appeals, I have to seriously question that leaning.
Because I don’t often feel good about it later.
It’s better to feel good later than now — as long as you don’t do it to the extent of totally suffocating yourself. I’m not saying you shouldn’t take a break or get a relief.
But delayed gratification is where it’s at.
