In this series, we are talking about how we achieve a good rate of return on our investments beyond our money. The reality is that where our money goes isn't really the best indicator of what our future is going to look like. Our priorities and choices in every part of our lives are a factor. What is in common across everything is that before we can have a return, we must invest. You may be saying, Of course! I knew that. But in fact, the three areas we are going to explore together ... Read More » about The many returns of the day, Part 2 What is your ROL?
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How much life are you leaving on the table?
This past week, I took the time to go through my refrigerator and check the dates on everything. It’s something I do periodically, but I had been putting it off this time. Mainly because I already knew this was going to be one of those times where I would be facing something that I despise: Waste. There is nothing that will spark negative thoughts for me faster than seeing waste. Especially when the waste could have easily been avoided. Like with those groceries. It reminded me of how we ... Read More » about How much life are you leaving on the table?
Which do you create? A probing question from Picasso
Resilience is demonstrated by what we create from our life experiences. And with that, what we create has everything to do with our perspective. As Henry Ford once said, “Whether you think you can, or you think you can’t, you are right.” This is particularly true when we touch on what we create. Perhaps you don’t even see yourself as someone who creates anything, but I can assure you that you do. Each of us is a creative, and we all have an innate need to create. It goes well ... Read More » about Which do you create? A probing question from Picasso
The Myth of Indecision and the Power of Regret
One of my favorite thought leaders on personal growth is Stephen Covey. He teaches that none of us is the product of our circumstances; we are all the product of our decisions. My life has certainly proven that to be true. Each decision we make shapes us and our future, and ultimately, it can shape future generations as well. The good news is that we each have the power to decide the direction of our lives because we first have the power to choose or even create our choices. That’s why ... Read More » about The Myth of Indecision and the Power of Regret
Stop, Pause or Continue? Get the questions right for the answer
Has this ever happened to you? You had to take a break from something – fully intending to go back to it – but somehow never did. You did not mean to abandon the project, but in the end, that is what happened. If so, you are not alone. Recently, I had to make some decisions about my life and work, and there were some things I wasn't ready to just stop doing. But other priorities had to take precedence, so I had to make a choice. Even as I was putting some things on hold, in my heart I ... Read More » about Stop, Pause or Continue? Get the questions right for the answer
Resilience: Asking the other question…
Recently, I have found my focus shifting more strategically to what is next as I consider plans and priorities. Perhaps you find yourself here as well. A productive practice to consider is integrating what I call the other question into our thought processes. I’m always intrigued by inverse statements and questions. There is always another one there. What we are considering is a fundamental practice for experiencing the full range of possibility thinking. We must be able to consider ... Read More » about Resilience: Asking the other question…
