Take the Chance

Earlier this week I was reading Maddie's blog called "What If" about questioning ideas and the past. She mentioned a few "what if" situations and how they would have made an impact if different actions had been taken. I feel very differently about asking "what ifs" all the time.  How can you make progress if you're always second guessing?  In order to further yourself or a situation, you need to take risks and stop worrying about all the negatives or dwelling on pessimistic possibilities.  I'm not saying decisions should be made impulsively at all.  In fact, I believe they should be thought through thoroughly.  However, wondering what if this happens or what if that happens all the time just holds back progress.  It is very difficult to get anywhere without making a few mistakes here and there.  Instead of dreading the worst, take the jump and learn from your mistakes to improve plans for the future.