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“When you have to make a choice and don't make it, that is in itself a choice.”

William James

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Sometimes, when faced with a decision, not making a choice is actually a decision on its own. For example, imagine you need to decide whether to study for an important test or go out with friends. If you do nothing and just watch TV instead, you are still choosing not to study. This means you are letting the opportunity slip away, which can affect your grades. In life, avoiding decisions because they are tough or uncomfortable doesn't change the fact that we are still impacting the outcomes. For instance, if you ignore your health problems instead of deciding to see a doctor, you are indirectly letting the situation possibly get worse. It’s important to recognize that indecision will also shape your future, sometimes in negative ways. Therefore, taking action, even if it's difficult, often leads to better control over your life and better results in the long run.

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Action Choices Consequences Decision-making Indecision Life-lessons Philosophy Procrastination Responsibility Self-awareness
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