Do not make decisions in inner disorder

An intense emotion can make everything seem urgent. Angry, hurt, or frightened, it is easy to talk too much, cut things off abruptly, or choose poorly. Prudence often consists in waiting. Deciding more calmly is not cowardice; it is respect for the truth and for the consequences of your actions. Repressing and obeying blindly are two extremes. Maturity consists in integrating what you feel within a life directed toward the good.