One should make the best choice possible given the circumstances, and then avoid second-guessing for the sake of one's own sanity.
I told him I had always kept my inner Martha Stewart chained in the basement, but for his sake I would set her loose.” ~ Haven Travis
I never lie for the sake of kindness,” he murmured, smiling. “One of my many flaws.
For God's sake, Marks, do you think anyone really wants a glance at those dried-up matchsticks you call legs?