Most of the time, we limit ourselves to two options and call it a decision. In reality, the quality of a decision depends almost entirely on the quality of information behind it.
The more quality information you gather before choosing, the more directions become available — and the less you are held hostage by circumstances.
This is a learnable skill. Acquiring information, evaluating it honestly, and expanding your range of possible choices is something you can practice. Over time, it breaks the habit of binary thinking and creates genuine freedom.
Practical note: Act like a firefighter. Address what’s on fire right now. Don’t let worry about past or future decisions burn down the present moment.
— Thiện Minh