Posts Tagged ‘goal setting’
2 ways to change your reality
November 19th, 2009
Anyone who’s watched a few hours of so-called reality TV knows reality is a relative term. It’s hard to imagine that people can be their authentic selves when the cameras are rolling and they’re performing in contrived situations for the onlooking masses.
But before we become too critical of television’s island survivors; aspiring singers, chefs, and fashion designers; or upscale housewives and wannabe models, let’s be honest: To a large extent, we all create our own realities. And often we cast ourselves in roles that undermine our talents and potential.
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Find your passion after a layoff
October 27th, 2009
If employers said what they really think, a few would admit they see some upside to the economic downturn. Bad times give companies an opportunity to clean house, to lay off—no questions asked—not only workers who aren’t pulling their weight, but also those who have seniority or fall into protected classes. “I understand you’re nearing retirement and about to start drawing your pension, but—so sorry—we’ve eliminated your position. Recession, you know. Ta-ta!”
But whether you’re a random victim of a declining economy or the target of diabolical executives, all you can do is wave good-bye as security escorts you to the door … then try to figure out how to make the best of your sudden unemployment. Fortunately, one good thing may come from losing your job: Now you have the chance to rethink what you want to do with the rest of your life.
What’s your procrastination style?
October 19th, 2009
My dad doesn’t have many negative traits, but somehow he managed to pass those he does have to me. Neither of us suffer fools gladly, though at least he’s usually wise enough not to engage them in pointless discussions—something I’m still trying to learn. We’re both hopeless pack rats. And if procrastinating were an Olympic event, we’d both have more medals than American swimmer Michael Phelps
When we were kids, my dad bought a used Jeep Wagoneer from a family friend and drove that thing until it was ready for the scrap yard. Time and again Mom cautioned him that he needed to have the Jeep serviced or replace it before he found himself hitchhiking around town. Time and again Daddy said he’d get around to it tomorrow … next week … next month … one of these days.
Can you change your life?
October 1st, 2009
“I don’t want to gain immortality through my work. I want to gain immortality by not dying.”
Of course, writer/director Woody Allen
When it comes to moving mountains, we understand that while we may be able to survive an accident or illness and postpone our departure for a while, death is one challenge that will eventually best us all. But beyond the last gasp, what other mountains should we learn to accept as permanent parts of our landscape? And which should we fight to move? If you’re having trouble deciding which challenges to take on, try asking yourself these questions: