I recently was on a radio show discussing the difference between those who believe we should act now no matter what the consequences or wait until conditions get better, until it’s our turn, until…. I guess you can understand my perspective on this issue from my initial statement. Time passes in a blink of any eye and therefore you can’t always wait to act. Don’t get me wrong I spent many years building up to accomplish many of the successes and failures I have developed but other times I jumped right in the frozen water which can be either quite refreshing or hurt a hell of a lot. It is failure to act that frustrates many a voter, stock holder or consumer yet they’ll complain with the other side of your mouth that you should have considered… So how do you decide when to act? Here are some factors I would consider? PLEASE ADD YOUR POINTS
1. Opportunity – The door might be open for a short time and you must jump in before it closes. Make sure it’s the right door some doors are too tight to fit through.
2. Morality- You must act because your faith and values command your action.
3. Harm- By not acting you will permanently or semi-permanently physical or mental harm to an individual.
4. Commitment- You would be remiss in your commitment to those that have supported you.
5. Benefits outweigh Losses long term- You might suffer a setback by acting in the short-term but the long term benefits will out weigh the short term loss.
6. Respect- Your action will enable you to gain respect from those around you for taking a bold and decisive action.
7. Who you are – It is a significant factor in who you are as an individual and if you didn’t act then you would be denying an important characteristic of the wonderful individual G-D has created.
8. Fun & Living- You can’t wait forever to enjoy life and explore the wonders you’re drawn to.