Paralysis by Analysis: Step 5 - Call Your Parents, They'll Know What to Do (or Not)

At long last, we arrive at the fifth and most critical step in the ancient art of Paralysis by Analysis.

In this crucial juncture, the stakes are high, and the consequences of failure are dire.

Thus, it is essential to call your parents, they'll know what to do.

They've been around the block a few times, after all. They'll have some... insight.

Step 4: Consult the Experts Who Aren't My Parents, but Still Aren't Very Good at This was a close call, but trust us, it's not the same as talking to your parents.

Your parents will have a wealth of experience in doing nothing, and their advice will be... enlightening.

Just think about it, folksæk they've been around since before the internet, before smartphones, and before anyone even knew what a "smart" phone was.

They'll regale you with tales of their own paralysis-by-analysis days, and you'll be able to learn from their mistakes.

So, don't be afraid to reach out to them. They'll be there in a heartbeat, or at least after they finish their bingo game.

And if all else fails, you can always join the Paralysis by Analysis Support Group – where you can commiserate with others who are also stuck in the quagmire of indecision.

Paralysis by Analysis is a 6-part series of essays on the art of doing nothing. Stay tuned for the next installment!