You Can Go With This You Can Go With That

You know that feeling, right? You’re standing in the grocery aisle, holding two jars of pasta sauce, and you just freeze. One is the brand you always buy, but that other one is on sale and it has little basil flecks. This is the moment. You can go with this, or you can go with that.

It happens everywhere. At the coffee shop, you stare at the menu board. Do you get your usual black coffee, or the fancy caramel latte with extra whip? It’s not a huge life decision, but your brain treats it like one. Choose wrong, and your whole morning might be ruined.

The Magic of Two Good Options

Here’s the secret most people miss: both options are usually pretty good. You’re not choosing between a comfy couch and a pile of rusty nails. You’re choosing between two things that could make you happy. That is a wonderful problem to have.

Think about it. You can go with the safe route, the one you know and trust. That’s like wearing your favorite old hoodie on a cool evening. It feels reliable, comfortable, and you know exactly how it will fit.

Or, you can go with the new thing, the unknown. That’s like trying that weird-looking fruit at the farmer’s market. It might be a little sour, or it might be the sweetest thing you’ve ever tasted. The adventure itself is a reward.

Small Choices, Big Impact on Your Day

My friend Sarah once spent ten minutes deciding between two salads for lunch. One had chicken, one had tofu. She finally picked the chicken, but spent the whole meal wondering about the tofu. She didn't enjoy either option. The real trick is to pick one and then commit.

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When you commit, you stop wondering “what if?”. You lean fully into your choice. You tell yourself, “I am going to enjoy this coffee, with its caramel drizzle and extra whip,” and suddenly, it tastes better. Your brain believes what you tell it.

This isn’t just about lunch. It’s about when you’re choosing a movie on a Friday night. Do you watch the new action flick, or that cozy documentary about bees? You can go with this, you can go with that. Just pick one and press play.

Why It Matters More Than You Think

So why should you care? Because all those tiny moments of hesitation steal your joy. They take you out of the present moment and make you argue with yourself. You become a referee in your own life.

Every time you make a quick, confident choice, you save a little bit of your energy. You save it for things that truly matter, like laughing with a friend or finishing that book you love. You are clearing the clutter from your head.

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Imagine getting dressed in the morning. You have a blue shirt and a green shirt. Instead of holding each up for ten minutes, you grab one and wear it. Boom. You have saved ten minutes of your life. Over a year, that’s a whole afternoon saved from staring at a closet.

The Simple Rule to Follow

Here’s my go-to rule for you: if the choice won’t matter in a week, just flip a coin in your head. If you’re torn between vanilla and chocolate ice cream, just say “chocolate” and move on. Your brain will actually thank you for the break.

Of course, some choices are bigger. If you’re deciding between a new job or staying put, that’s different. But for the everyday stuff—the pasta sauce, the movie, the walk route—just let yourself go. You are allowed to be flexible.

Go Further

Think of it like driving. Sometimes you take the highway, sometimes you take the back roads. Both get you home. One might have a prettier sunset, the other might be faster. The destination is the same. You are still going to eat dinner, watch the show, and wear a shirt.

Embrace the Freedom

The best part about “you can go with this, you can go with that” is the freedom it gives you. You are not locked into one way of being. You are a person who can be reliable and spontaneous, sometimes at the same grocery store trip.

So next time you are standing there, frozen, just smile. Say it out loud: “I can go with this, or I can go with that.” Then pick one, and don’t look back. That’s not being careless—that’s being kind to yourself.

Life is too short to agonize over pasta sauce. You’re going to eat it, it’s going to be tasty, and then you’ll have a full belly. Whether you drive left or right, you’ll get there. So go on. Pick the fancy latte. Or don’t. Either way, you win.