Today I was on a plane from Minneapolis to San Diego with a flight change in Phoenix. My usual habit is to plop down in the seat, pull out my glasses and book, and forget about the world for awhile. And that's exactly what I did today.
Several hours later I was sitting in the Phoenix airport waiting to board the plane for San Diego and overheard a few people talking about how rough the flight from Mpls to Phoenix had been. They went on to discuss that the people were actually throwing up because of the turbulence. I was shocked! I hadn't noticed a thing!
Focus is a powerful tool when we learn how to harness it. Each day of ours is filled with some type of turbulence - things that can truly distract us from what we need and want to accomplish. I know that when I fill my day with activities that I am passionate about, I don't notice the bumps in the road. My energy and excitement allow me to glide right over them.
If you find yourself having trouble focusing, stop for a minute. Reflect on why you are doing what you do, how you are making a difference in the life of others, and think about the thank-you's you've already received. You'll find renewed energy, passion, and increased focus.
Thanks Sue. Another great point of yours. Focusing on negativity is so much easier to do that humans tend to gravitate to that. I love your idea to focus on what you enjoy doing and move forward.
Posted by: Jerry W. Williamson | June 12, 2009 at 04:38 AM