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Commenting mostly for myself :P I struggle a lot with analysis paralysis and worrying about not picking the best possible option, anything from simple things l
by bedobi 6y ago
Commenting mostly for myself :P
I struggle a lot with analysis paralysis and worrying about not picking the best possible option, anything from simple things like what to have for lunch to big life choices.
The thing is, yes, there are virtually infinite choices, but you have to admit to yourself that it simply isn't possible to experience all of them, or even analyze all of them, or never pick the wrong one. It's literally impossible.
So you just have to roll with it. Evaluate a little, but not too much. Pick an option, but don't kill yourself if it doesn't work out- learn from it and move on.
Come to think of it, it's human nature to focus on and praise people who commit hard, are very unforgiving with themselves and struggle for something until they eventually succeed. We like that kind of narrative.
But it seems to me like it's much healthier to be flexible and easy on yourself. Not to the point of being lazy and unambitious- it's good to aspire to things and keep yourself accountable. Just be realistic and don't stress yourself out for no reason.
Eg, I used to code on personal projects after work and do coding challenges etc... but how does that give anyone a rich and meaningful life? Your friends and family won't care, chances are your colleagues and bosses won't either. Go outside and enjoy something :P