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.... that on a regular basis I really am in a spin wondering what to do? Because if there is, I think I've got it. I can't make my mind up/be satisfied of a decision over the simplest things to the point I'm fed up with myself.

:-/

Oh and the cure?


 
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I am not sure what to say in reply.


 
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Get a coin or a dice, live byvthe rusults of the coin toss, or number thrown.


 
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[quote=Kryton57 ].... that on a regular basis I really am in a spin wondering what to do? Because if there is, I think I've got it. I can't make my mind up/be satisfied of a decision over the simplest things to the point I'm fed up with myself.
:-/
Oh and the cure?
Do what everyone else does and ask STW to make your mind up for you.


 
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Is there a medical name for being so indecisive....

Yessum - Ms. Teasel


 
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yeah - Liberalitis


 
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Not a medical term as such, but I've heard the term 'Options Paralysis' used on occasion.


 
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Is there a medical name for being so indecisive....

Yes.

Indecisive.

Hth


 
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Yes there is ..or maybe not


 
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[quote=maccruiskeen ]Not a medical term as such, but I've heard the term 'Options Paralysis' used on occasion.
Paralysis by Analysis is what we called it at work.


 
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maccruiskeen ยป Not a medical term as such, but I've heard the term 'Options Paralysis' used on occasion.
Paralysis by Analysis is what we called it at work.

This makes sense. All I'm doing is trying to decide which of three riding options I should take tomorrow. I have reasons for & against for each and therefore....


 
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FFS Syndrome?


 
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Oh and the cure?

MTFU?


 
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[url= http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Aboulomania ]Aboulomania[/url] is a mental disorder is which the patient suffers from mental derangement by weakened willpower or pathological indecisiveness. Aboulo is a Greek term meaning irresolution or indecision.


 
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[quote=Kryton57 ] I have reasons for ....
So - any of them will be fine but might not be 100% perfect.

Is anything? ๐Ÿ˜†


 
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Is there a medical name for being so indecisive....

= woman


 
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Eejit ?


 
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Yes it's called being a libra.

And married to me.


 
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I got totally knocked out with work related stress last year, and that was one of the symptoms- one highlight was literally sitting in front of the TV for hours because I couldn't decide whether to eat lunch first, or go to the shops. By the time I managed to do either, I could have done both. Other times I got so freaked out trying to decide what to do that I just thought, not worth it, I'll do nothing. But it was only ever discussed as a symptom so I don't know what the actual name is. "Pure stressed as *, ken, bein a useless miserable *" is I think what it said on the sick line.


 
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Yes it's called being a libra.

I'm piscean.....


 
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[quote=Kryton57 ]whitegoodman - Member
Yes it's called being a libra.
I'm piscean.....
and its only just gone 9 o'clock! ๐Ÿ™„


 
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Northwind that's interesting. Mainly becuase option 4 which I'm close to taking is to lounge on the sofa and watch the F1. However, I've found a reason not to do that as well...


 
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I thought there was a name for it but now i'm not so sure.


 
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Yes it's called being a libra.
I'm piscean.....

Not so much a medical term, more para-normal levels of indecision

Hora-scopes


 
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What was that book where the chap made all his decisions at the throw of a dice?

And why am I associating it with Phil Collins?


 
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How long did you take to decide whether or not to to ask the question?

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Goit it. Luke Rhinehart - The Dice man. That's going on the kindle.
Not sure where Phil Collins comes into it.


 
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What was that book where the chap made all his decisions at the throw of a dice?

The Diceman by Luke Reinhart


 
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Dammit


 
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You could still give the Phil Collins question a shot ๐Ÿ˜‰


 
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LMF?


 
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How long did you take to decide whether or not to to ask the question?

About two hours. Yes really...


 
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You could still give the Phil Collins question a shot

That's easy. It's because you are very odd.


 
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I had this earlier.... it was terrible....I ended up having salt and vinegar and cheese and onion crisps. If in doubt do both ๐Ÿ™‚


 
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I got totally knocked out with work related stress last year, and that was one of the symptoms- one highlight was literally sitting in front of the TV for hours because I couldn't decide whether to eat lunch first, or go to the shops. By the time I managed to do either, I could have done both. Other times I got so freaked out trying to decide what to do that I just thought, not worth it, I'll do nothing. But it was only ever discussed as a symptom so I don't know what the actual name is. "Pure stressed as *, ken, bein a useless miserable *" is I think what it said on the sick line.

Sounds like GAD, sorry to hear you went through that Northwind. Hope things are better now.


 
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.... that on a regular basis I really am in a spin wondering what to do? Because if there is, I think I've got it. I can't make my mind up/be satisfied of a decision over the simplest things to the point I'm fed up with myself.

In all seriousness, it can be a symptom of OCD


 
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Sounds like GAD, sorry to hear you went through that Northwind. Hope things are better now.

I dealt with the situation by going and doing a different job where my boss isn't a cock-juggling thunder****. Cheers! Not 100% over it if I'm honest but it's dealt with anyway.


 
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I've had problems in the past similar to GAD, I know what it's like to be constantly worrying about things.

Good to hear you're better. The best thing I ever did for myself was to close my eyes, think of a time and place when I'm really relaxed (when I'm laying prone with a rifle at a range)...I'd go through the same process of taking a shot in my mind and would control my breathing as I would with my shooting and at the same time I would touch my trousers with my hands....focusing on the texture.

I did this enough until I could get my heart rate down simply by touching the sides of my trousers, it reduces my nerves massively and helps me to keep a cool head. I still do it sometimes at the top of downhill runs or during exams.

It's a psychological grounding technique, google is your friend - it set off my interest in biology and medicine.


 
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Yes it's called being a libra.
I'm piscean.....

Would you like mine then?

Oh and I can chuck in a daag, he's pretty decisive, hates everyone.


 
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OCD/ADD ?


 
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I thought it was just called prevarication.
I've got a gold medal in that; or I would have, if I could just make up my mind to go and collect it or not... ๐Ÿ˜


 
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Probably best to ask a doctor.

Could be a few of the things mentioned, but your GP will ask a few more pertinent questions.


 
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Why not give Russell Grant a ring and he'll just tell you what you'll be doing later?

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Well I forgot to see my alarm, and therefore because I got up late 2 of the 3 riding options were eliminated.

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It's not just me then! I spend ages trying to decide what to do next, if anything. It could be work related for me too.
Now do I go & check out this car tomorrow or keep the old faithful Passat going till next year. (then what?)
AARRGGHH!!


 
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I am terrible for doing this. I don't think it's stress related or anything but I can take ages prevaricating over the smallest thing. I can also put-off replying to a text for weeks at a time despite it being a one-minute job. I annoy myself sometimes.


 
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Maybe there should be a 'decide for me thread' - if you're struggling then just ask the forum and take the first answer (im sure if you had to implement someone elses suggestion you'd soon develop the ability to find your own answers)


 
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Doctor ๐Ÿ˜‰


 
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