Yogi: My mind was stormy when I remembered a big decision I have to make in my life.

I asked if I could solve this problem just by sitting and following this practice. 

I was struggling a bit because the normal reaction is to act, but this approach is passive. Perhaps I should just decide and be done with it.

Sayadaw: The best way to make big decisions in life is to make them wisely. And to make the decisions wisely, the mind has to be collected, centered and clear. We need to be mindful to do that. 

When the mind is collected, centered and clear, then you can think clearly. You can see what is relevant and important; that will help you to make the right decision.

When the mind is happy, when it feels free, in those states, it is clearer. And if mindfulness is your practice all the while, then wisdom can arise.

When the mind is feeling confused, that is not a good state to make a decision. 

Yogi: It means that I have to develop the wisdom to make my decision. Maybe, I’ll need more time.

Sayadaw: Sometimes we have to make the decision whether we’re ready or not. The wisdom might not be enough, but at least we can keep the mind as clear as possible with the practice.