Girls Night with Stephanie May Wilson Girls Night #298: Why You Keep Second-Guessing Your Best Decisions (And How to Stop)
Jun 23, 2025
Dive into the chaos of significant life decisions and the emotional rollercoaster that follows! Explore the common struggle of second-guessing your best choices, and discover how fear can masquerade as wisdom. Hear a personal story about facing panic and uncertainty before a big move. Learn to differentiate between genuine mistakes and the discomfort of new experiences, empowering you to trust your instincts. Embrace the journey of self-awareness to navigate life's transitions with confidence!
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Moving to Spain Panic
- Stephanie May Wilson panicked the night before moving to Spain despite knowing the decision was right.
- She experienced fear and doubt but realized it was normal before big life changes.
Negative Emotions Signal Significance
- Negative emotions after big decisions often mean the decision is significant, not wrong.
- Fear, sadness, and discomfort show you chose something that matters, not that you made a mistake.
Emotions Aren't Decision Truth
- Emotions provide information but don’t always indicate if decisions are right or wrong.
- Learning to separate emotional reaction from decision quality reduces anxiety about choices.