It turns out that indecision is a path itself; but figuratively, a vertical path - up or down - meaning it isn't always a fruitless path. One is forgotten, but the other is glorified. To be what they call 'middle - of - the - road' in most cases just means you have a hard time figuring out who between options is dumber. So quite often those who refused to decide were, after all, the bold individuals, the influential ones, the creative ones, those who snatched their own authority.
This quote from ( Killosophy ) by ---Criss Jami--- challenges conventional ideas about indecision, presenting it as more than just a lack of choice—it is itself a deliberate path. The metaphor of indecision as a "vertical path" that goes either up or down suggests that choosing not to decide can lead to growth or decline, not merely stagnation. This is a refreshing perspective in a culture that often cheapens indecision as hesitation or weakness.
The distinction between being "middle-of-the-road" and refusing to choose is particularly striking. The former implies passivity—struggling to find which option is less unwise—while the latter implies agency and strength. It encourages us to reconsider those moments when avoiding a binary choice is actually an assertion of personal authority. It elevates the refusal to rationalize oneself strictly within popular dichotomies and shows how creativity and influence can emerge from a refusal to conform or choose hurriedly.
This nuanced view encourages reflection on decision-making in daily life, highlighting how sometimes the power lies not just in choosing but in consciously withholding decision to explore alternative perspectives or assert autonomy. It challenges societal pressure to rush to conclusions and instead honors the boldness of readers who claim their own authority by questioning the very framework of choice itself.
