In life, there are decision making moments.
Do we listen to our heart or to our mind?
I have a situation that my heart and mind do not come together on a decision I need to make. As owner of both, it is a conflict to manage.
Heart is an interesting piece of art – if she feels neglected, she would be quiet and dumb; it becomes hard to find what she wants; yet, if I follow her often, she is controlling.
Mind is more rational and considers many factors in decision making.
In recent consideration about a job opportunity, my mind and heart do not agree. My heart wants a free-spirited life with less stress and responsibilities. My mind takes it as means of living, learning, taking risk, maybe practicing failure and making contribution.
Do we follow the heart or mind to live a happier life?
For those who live in the present, all the time and for many years at different stages of life, maybe it is happier and more fulfilling to go with the heart. There are tons of self-helping books about following our passion and our heart.
For most mortals, we live in the present; we also think about the future; and at times, we look back in the past. And we would like to have a decent retirement at a senior age.
To my heart, I am sorry this time I cannot follow you and I have not chosen the road less travelled. I choose a rational decision for the present, and for the future.
To my heart and my mind, please keep your lively spirit for many more decisions to come.
oliviatamccue 
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