Some battles
are not obvious. Many individuals seem
to lead flourishing lives in every area. They appear to be perfectly groomed
and happy. There are no clear physical or mental limitations.
Certain of
these people may have hidden hurts: childhood trauma; or, problems related to their finances, family life, and career. I have met many people online who are dealing with inner
medical struggles. Stress and depression are particular concerns. They maliciously
attack our neurology; they don’t always manifest immediately in physical
symptoms.
What is Impaired Thinking?
Each person
is aware drugs and alcohol hamper our thinking and body functions. Some don’t realize fatigue, anxiety, and melancholy
can have the same effect. Literally, these conditions alter the way our brain
works. We slow down, get confused, and imagine only the worst-case scenario.
I have
fought an endless amount of trials my whole life. Right now, my thought
processes aren’t clear because I am going through unbelievably difficult
medical challenges. Now is not a good time to make crucial decisions. Also, I
need to block hasty actions and speech. Otherwise, I am likely to say and do
something I’ll regret later.
Recently, I
have forced myself to be silent quite a few times when I was annoyed and ready
to scream. The offending situations were nothing new. They were everyday
occurrences to which I normally don’t overreact. It’s not worth ruining
relationships in order to release anger. That’s what metaphorical locks on the
mouth are for. I choose kindness.
Why we Should not act With Damaged Judgment
The dangers
of driving, or making life-changing decisions, while under the influence of toxins
is well-known. The same applies to brain-altering mental conditions. I have a friend who was concerned her
outburst to a colleague during a particularly rough time might have cost her a
longstanding, valuable relationship. Looking back, she wished she had thought
before she spoke.
My Conclusion
None of us has
a right to think we’re better than anyone else because they don’t think or act
according to our wishes. Often, individuals have concealed trauma that weakens
their decision-making ability.
We should be
humble, and think before we speak or act. Everyone
makes mistakes and acts in poor judgment at times. All humans need grace;
it’s a two-way street.
Do you act in good judgment?
My daughter was going through some of this impaired thinking tonight. The tears were flowing and the woe is me was flowing as well. She is exhausted. She has too much to deal with. I suggested she put everything down and go to sleep. You are quite right. No rational decisions can be made when like this.
ReplyDeleteHi, Suzi T. Thanks so much for your comments! Which daughter? Ashton? She does have a lot to deal with; I agree. Nobody can make rational decisions when they're completely overwhelmed. Sleep often helps.
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