Life does not reward those who hesitate. One of the hardest things to teach young athletes is to get them to think before they act. Often, they tend to push forward without considering the consequences or rules. It is a difficult balancing act because if you are not careful, they will begin to think too much and lose their natural athletic instincts. In addition, you will play into their natural fears of making a mistake or being wrong. And, in any sport, once you hesitate or pause, you give the other person the advantage by moving into a reactive, not proactive, mode.
Adults Hesitate More Than Children
Adults struggle with this issue much more than children. We are much more prone to hesitation before we act. While it may no longer be the playing field, it has become the landscape of life. I’ve witnessed many people overthink a decision and lose the opportunity. Timing does matter. It is easy to talk yourself out of something and/or allow someone else to control your destiny. Also, it’s rare for everything to align perfectly, so there’s always some risk. Life will usually reward self-confidence and courage (just not always how you think it will). Occasionally, you do have to plow forward and trust your instincts.Move Confidently Toward Your Goals
It is better to move confidently in the direction of your goals/dreams and deal with the inevitable bumps in the road along the way as they arise. This doesn’t mean you become reckless or completely self-centered. Life does require an appropriate understanding of situational context and environmental perspective. Moreover, once you assume responsibility for other people, your decision-making must factor in this dynamic. However, living your life reactively, regularly yielding the advantage to others, succumbing to your natural fears, and constantly trying to minimize risk is no way to act or live. Hesitation can often be more harmful than action.Related articles
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