answer:I find that thinking in a life-threatening situation leads to paralysis, so I merely react. On icy roads in the dark, I feel the balance of the car, which tires have grip, and juggle the pedals and steering wheel accordingly. When I see flames, I assess what type of fire it is, where the nearest appropriate extinguisher is (do not use water on a Class B fire!), grab it and go. When someone tried to mug me, I stood my ground, sensing they were a coward and would back down. Each time, I have gone with my gut. Thinking about it afterwards made me want to shit myself, so I make an effort to continue not thinking and just doing the Zen/Tao thing and flowing with it. Save the thought part for later when you can afford to go to pieces.