Faced with a crisis, we feel motivated to change our lives in significant ways. But what changes should we make? There are many options, each with its own set of risks, rewards, and consequences.
Change can be constructive. One might volunteer to help individuals or worthy organizations. We can set ourselves on a course of self improvement.
But change can also be destructive: drinking, gambling, engaging in drugs or high-risk activities.
Another dimension to consider is how far to venture away from our original path. Should we endeavor to be a better version of our current self? Or should we pick up stakes, leave the familiar behind, and move in some bold new direction? One person might resolve to be a better wife or husband, while another might leave their behind and go on a trek around the globe.
The right answer will depend on the individual - their circumstances, their responsibilities, their emotional needs, their tolerance for risk, and the degree to which they feel that they must embrace or reject their life's trajectory. If and when you face such a decision, please consider it carefully, as the consequences will almost certainly be serious.
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