-Meister Eckhart
As tomorrow approaches (and some of us have already ready left for the holiday), it is IMPORTANT that we understand what we are appreciative of. We should INTERNALIZE and REFLECT on the special opportunities we have to be thankful for in our lives. As is often heard, you never appreciate what you have UNTIL you are in a position of need.
In a meeting this morning, I was thinking about how great LIFE is and how FORTUNATE we are to live in a country where you are free to meet and discuss ideas to further yourself and others. How EXCITING it is to live in a community where people are ABLE to advance personally, professionally and socially. How WELCOMING it is to live a city that supports people and their desire to enhance their lives.
In lieu of TURKEY DAY, I want to make sure that we are all AWARE of our BENEFITS and BLESSINGS as Americans. I wish that everyone take time to CONSIDER what a great society we live in and how FORTUNATE we are to have our American rights, regardless of your political or religious views. Additionally, my HOPE is that you take time to show CARE and CONSIDERATION to your loved ones, as well as KINDNESS and APPRECIATION to those people that influence your life in a positive manner. These ARE the people that really bring the BEST out of you... take time to show your thanks.
2 DEGREE SUCCESS STEP:
Your homework assignment for the holiday is to take a few minutes tomorrow to tell someone how much you TRULY appreciate the things they do - be specific! Take an extra moment to HUG someone you haven't seen in awhile and thank them for their SUPPORT even if sparingly.
Finally, find time to write out a short list of the things you are MOST THANKFUL for. On Monday, when you go back to work, pull the list out, read it and then post it near your desk before you start your day. It is LIKELY that the list will be of the things that "REALLY MATTER." Doing this will help you in FOCUS on what things need your attention and what is WORTHY of your stress.
Be THANKFUL... you have the CAPABILITY to define your life - successes, pleasures and direction. Be VERY thankful that others support you in that ADVENTURE!
Cheers,
Zach
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