THE LEAST OF THESE
When confronting a decision, where the direction isn’t clear; or deciding a course of action where the outcome is unknown: always err on the side of empathy.
Instead of envisioning things as they may play out sequentially, try looking at it from the other side (as best as is ascertainable): from the end backwards. Because regardless of the minutiae, choosing the path that expresses the greatest positive influence and grace towards others will always be the right decision.
This includes placing dogma over compassion or law over mercy. You have been released from the burden of judgment, therefore your focus should be placed on grace and seeking to understand.
None of us have all the answers, so all should be humble. The act of listening to understand, opposed to hearing to respond might just surprise you with gaining a profound new insight you hadn’t considered before.
And when all is said and done, the last stars have shed their final light and the record of humanity has been finished, being remembered as someone who truly sought to improve the plight of their fellow man is objectively a much greater testimonial than one who furthered anguish by placing an interpretation of law above seeking to understand another’s lived experience.