March is roaring in like a lion here in the Northeast! The huge overnight storm has already left up to 12 inches of snow around these parts. So, while this late winter weather (that we have no control over) creates turmoil at the start of another work week, it also creates opportunity to do some things inside today. Like catching up on blog postings!
The economic turmoil we are experiencing (which many of us did not create) also creates opportunities for (inside) growth and change, both personally and professionally. If you're like most of us, you feel that you have no control over what is happening. Well, looking at the big economic picture, that's true. We have minimal control over bailouts, stimulus packages, federal budgets, credit crunches, and the like. However...
It's important to think about what we do have control over during times like these. Rather than choosing a "doom and gloom," "woe is me" attitude, let's all try very hard to keep an "attitude of gratitude," one person at a time, to change our perception and maybe our immediate environment. What are you grateful for today?
About three weeks ago, I found myself feeling the weight of the world on my shoulders. With tv/radio/newspapers/Internet choosing to report very little good news and people around us rarely smiling any more, I literally said to myself, "That's enough! I've had it!" I decided right then to KEEP MY POWER and refocus on the positive in my life. How are we going to cope and continue to build our careers and businesses when we are focused only on the negative? We will miss some great opportunities!
Since then, I've decided to regroup and take the high road each day, in spite of the negative people and situations that are in all of our lives. Don't get me wrong, I'm no Pollyanna, who only sees through rose-colored glasses. Yes, there's a lot of fear and desperation out there. And we know that desperate times make some desperate people. The dark side of human nature can kick in during these times, leaving objectivity and good judgement on the doorstep.
Remember the book, "The Secret," and the laws of attraction? We get what we give...
At the beginning of each workshop and community college class I teach, both this semester and last, I ask everyone to share one positive thing that is happening in their lives. Some readily share, while many others struggle to find one thing. By focusing, they do come up with something! Let's start a new positive virus!
As we begin a new month, I invite you to join me - today and every day - in starting each day with an attitude of gratitude. Find just one new thing each day that you are grateful for and you'll soon see that you're attitude will change, your heart will feel lighter, your mind will be at peace and more focused. You'll notice more good things starting to happen...
Patience, persistence and positive...We're all in this together, so let's Power-Up!
Monday, March 2, 2009
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