What is the rationale behind most decisions I wonder. Even the ones that are very well thought out. Turns out that at the end of it all there are some which aren't exactly the best for us that we decide on anyway simply because of sentiments. But should sentiments simply be thrown aside? I believe not as we so often underestimate or underlook its value.
There's a saying that it's the little things that actually matter. This holds true from what I've experienced. A lot of personal and business decisions are actually based off relationships than we give credit for. Most people simply want to be around someone they can trust to come through all they, even without a proven track record. Nobody is a complete robot that makes decisions purely based on facts and logic.
In a meeting a few days ago with my immediate team at work (which I supervise) I talked about how too much compassion on the job was becoming a net negative and affecting performance. Sure, I don't want to be the reason any of my team members is let go, but at the same time perhaps they've become way too accustomed to doing things based off the fact that I overlook some instances of incompetence or slacking off.
Ultimately though there's a point where a choice has to be made on what is actually good for us as opposed to decisions that are based off our feelings. I definitely think I rely on my feelings too much. Ultimately, my self preservation instincts has to kick in at some point.