Andre Moro said:
“Everything that is in harmony with our personal inclinations, appears to us as a truth, and everything else only serves to provoke our anger.”
A prime example of this is when we are given advice or criticism. For the most part, we adore praise and our spirits are lifted when we are the objects of such attentions, even if we are praised for the wrong reasons. On the other hand, we hate criticism and disparagement, even if what is said about us happens to be true.
And when they are called to Allah [i.e. His Words, the Qur ‘an] and His Messenger, to judge between them, lo! A party of them refuse [to come] and turn away. But if the right is with them, they come to Him willingly with submission.
(Qur ‘an 24:48-49)
William James said:
“When you make a resolute decision to do something on any given day, you will be totally rid of worries that seize and subjugate you concerning the results of your endeavors.”
What he means is that when you make a judicious decision based on logic and a sound premise, then you should carry out that decision. Furthermore, you must not give way to doubts, for doubts beget nothing but more doubts. And then afterwards, do not look behind.
An Arab poet said:
“If you are of sound judgment, show resolution,
For ill judgment is in hesitation.”
Showing courage in making decisions can save you from anxiety and confusion.
“And when the matter is resolved on, then if they had been true to Allah, it would have been better for them.”
(Qur’an 47:21)
[SOURCE: Laa Tahzaan – Don’t Be Sad]
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