“Try to Open the Door First”
Brandon leaned back, ready to smash the window with all his strength. Just as he was about to swing, his father’s voice rang out, halting him mid-motion. Calmly, his father pointed out that they had overlooked a crucial, yet simple step. Brandon froze, disbelief washing over him—how could he have missed something so obvious? His father suggested they check if the doors were unlocked before resorting to breaking the windows. If one was open, they could rescue the pup from the van without causing unnecessary damage to the vehicle.
“Try To Open The Door First”
Skipping the Obvious
Some situations can trigger panic, leading to easily avoidable mistakes. That’s why staying calm and thinking things through before acting is so crucial. Take the example of Brandon and his father—rushing to save a distressed dog, they overlooked a simple yet vital step. When they finally paused to check, they realized the van doors were unlocked all along. There was no need to worry about harming the dog or breaking into the vehicle to rescue him.
Skipping The Obvious
