92: Execise of Virtue in the Face of Indecision

“...Confidence is that feeling by which the mind embarks in great and honorable courses with a sure hope and trust in itself...”

This week, I’m reflected on the words of Cicero as weaved through several of his works, published between 89 BC and 43 BC. 

Reflection questions:

• Is there an area where you are stuck in indecision and procrastination?  

• How can you bring confidence, hope, or trust in a good outcome to that area of indecision?

Reflection on quotes:

This week, I’m been thinking about the effects of indecision and procrastination.  Why does it become so hard to take the first step?  To follow though?  To pick up the phone? To schedule the meeting? To write the letter? 

Our indecision and procrastination not only affects us, but it robs donors of the joy of generosity when we delay giving them the opportunity to be involved. Indecision can steal from our nonprofits when we wait too long before asking a donor and they move onto a different cause.  When we are stuck in the misery of indecision and memories of past blunders, we must reflect on the great and honorable causes that we serve.  And, trust that there is a beautiful space of generosity when we invite donors into that space.

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