Indecision and Henry IV

The question of moral indecision arises frequently in Shakespeare's Henry IV. Hal seems to be the most indecisive character in the play. He cannot decide if Falstaff is a worthy enough friend, and he also cannot decide if he really wants the fate of the nation in his hands. Through his indecision he strings both conflicting groups of people along, Falstaff and the people, and in the end has to decide between them. He succumbs to the lure of power and honor leaving his mentor and father figure Falstaff by the wayside. I think that this situation lends itself to indecision being immoral because even when a person decides, there are still residual attachments to the unchosen party. This is evident when Hal gives his speech to Falstaff and banishes him, but says if you ever catch word that "I am how I was, then find me and we shall be as we were." Therefore, both sides lose, because the full attention of the decider can never be devoted to one thing. With indecision comes regret. But does a decision have to be made in every situation? I think that if the two parties up for "picking" do not eventually demand a decision, then they are allowing themselves to be in an unhealthy situation, and therefore deserve whatever comes of indecision. In that situation, I think that indecision would be moral, simply because neither party has enough self respect to give an ultimatum. In the case of Henry V and Falstaff however, the situation demanded an answer, and therefore it was immoral to draw out the decision making process. Falstaff was left without a friend and the people were left with a regretful king.

The Morality of Indecision

So, I am changing my question. Actually tweaking. Tweaking is a better word. I want to question whether or not indecision is moral. I think that it can be both moral and immoral, depending on the situation. My question relates to Oedipus Rex in a backwards way. The characters in the play are very decisive, perhaps to the point of rashness. Upon learning the terrible truth of their situation, both Jocasta and Oedipus wound themselves, Jocasta fatally. These quick decisions indicate a lack of mindfulness and shows how their actions are based on their emotions or heart. In this case, the morality of these actions is questionable. Are they doing the right thing by ridding the land of their disease and incest? Possibly. However, they are also leaving behind a legacy for their daughters that they wont be able to help them through. Perhaps, if they had been a little more indecisive, it would have had a more desirable or helpful outcome.

Is it Woman's Nature to be Indecisive?

Is it woman's nature to be indecisive?
I picked this question because I believe that the decision making process for all humans is extremely elaborate and influenced by many factors, and therefore all decisions must have some back-and-forth before they are made. I have lived this question my entire life, especially with the relationships I form. I also play the devil's advocate with myself, which strengthens my arguments but also weakens my resolve.
This is related to the Sun Also Rises through the character Brett, who jumps from man to man depending on the day and their social status. This displays her lack of ability to commit to a relationship and one person which is a direct result of indecisiveness.
This is also exemplified in the Odyssey by Homer through the character Penelope, who is unable to decide between giving in to the suitors that plague her house and son or staying true to the belief that her husband Odysseus is still alive.
This indecisiveness becomes more prevalent as history moves forward, due to the improvement of Women's rights and higher standard, which allows them the luxury of choice.