Can you describe a time when you had to make a decision on your own initiative?

Question

Can you describe a time when you had to make a decision on your own initiative?

Answer 1

When I decided to put aside recommendations my parents made and stand on my own two feet. It was exciting and liberating. Regards UK

Answer 2

Every single day. I'm single, live alone and have to.

Just today, I made sure I didn't overspend at the grocery store so my rent check doesn't bounce.

Answer 3

Something big:

Leaving my ex was probably one of the most difficult decisions I had made on my own initiative, without anyone encouraging me to do it. I just knew that it was better for the both of us, not continue to hold on to something that would eventually break either way. But emotionally it was tough, I still loved him so much at the time and it took a while for me to gather enough character to do it, without asking anyone for advice or "support".

The smaller things I do regularly are part of everyday life, as Snark suggested, being mindful of my decisions and how they will affect me.