Domain: Avoidance & Delay Loops 3-5 min read Updated: 2026-01-15

Choosing Distance Without Deciding

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Distance appears

without deciding.

There is no argument,

no plan.

Space simply

opens.

This separation

does not mean

rejection.

It means

regulation

finding room.

Let the widening

be allowed.

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Frequently Asked Questions

I find myself moving away from a project without really "deciding" to. Why?

You are "Choosing Distance Without Deciding." In the Meaning Density Model™, your Safety system can widen the space between you and a "Threatening Task" automatically. This "Natural Distancing" is a way your architecture manages its own capacity. By allowing space to widen naturally, you avoid the "Collision" of forcing yourself into a task you aren't ready for, preserving your "Internal Margin."

Is it okay to let "distance" happen naturally?

Yes, if you name it. "I am currently creating distance from this project." This transforms a "Reflexive Escape" into a "Conscious Strategy." In DojoWell, we believe that "Distance is a Tool." By allowing the space, you give the task's "Meaning Density" time to settle. When the distance eventually feels "unnecessary," you'll find yourself moving back toward the project with much less Avoidance Friction.

Choosing Distance Without Deciding