A Realization

Never under estimate anything around you. Never assume that time will stand still.

We all live very hectic lives that often cause us to ignore the reality that is happening around us. But it is that "busy" existence that can be disrupted in a split second by natural disasters, death or heart break.

It is essential to realize:

• those that love you will only put up with it for so long.
• you may be neglecting those that care about you most.
• you may lose out on them
  

Don't take the few moments we have for granted and find a means to stay connect before you lose you chance.

The words we speak

How are you affected by words? Not many take the time to think about how simple words can shape your thoughts and perspectives.

The words of a well spoken man, that many thought never would have a chance to become president convinced the American people of his ability with the simple words, "yes we can" .


The words of a man changed the way a society has understood a people by including them in what he view as an "axis of evil".


The words of a young girl with nothing but a pen and her not book changed how a society today understand the holocaust.

The words of a man, who sat and explained how I would be able to make it out of the ESL I once sat in changed the way I felt about education.


The power and strength of the words we speak, we write and illustrate is immeasurable. Understanding that a simple hello, thank you and your welcome can set the tone for the you communicate with.

We all have power but not all of know how to use it or control the impact.

Adapting to your function

As children we are all taught right from wrong and what our parents deem as acceptable behaviour. So who determines what is acceptable when you become a card carrying adult?

Each of us inherently adapt to our surroundings and pick and choose what we feel is acceptable for us. But how does your adaptive behaviour effect others? Realizing that you impact your surroundings you should realize you can affect others.

Some may argue you determine your function in the lives of others and your level of involvement. Others can argue that those you interact with determine your function letting you in only when they feel it is necessary, when they need something or when they want something.

Regardless of what or who determines your function, you need to ensure all you do when you adapt stays true to who you are.

The Effect

Each moment we experience, is preserved in our thoughts and filed away for future reference. As we walk through life many of us are caught up in the hustle and bustle of our lives. Waking each morning, and going though your to do lists, crossing off things one at a time, we don't realize we aren't really paying attention to the moments that are changing our lives.

Each moment is created for you to get one step closer to your purpose. You need to pay attention to the little things in your life and the effect of those around you.

I spent the weekend with a great friend, which like me notices the most intricate details of thought and action. We both realized that the people we interacted with this weekend, the show we watched and the places we went all pointed us in the same direction.

Lessons

1. Purpose comes in stages, we have to progress in stages and meet people at each stage that will guide us to the next.

2. Surround yourself with people with a similar drive but opposing views will allow you to grow and learn more about yourself as well as what is going on around you.

3. You never know what effect someone will have on you and how it will impact your thoughts and actions.

Remember one thing: take each moment and preserve it and learn from it.

The power of suggestion

There are two kinds of individuals in this world:

• those that are forceful with thought and say that they drown out the chatter of the world, and
• those that use the chatter around them and become forceful.

Each day we head to work, deciding the route we take, what we have for breakfast, who we have coffee with, but how many of your actions do you decide ?

Many argue that they are determined individuals and this rant is for you.

How often are you affected by a suggestion or information? If you say never, you are probably lying to yourselves. We all wonder if the suggestions and thoughts around us affect the very fiber of who we are, and I argue it does. We live in a society where we all want to be excepted, simultaneously, we also want ensure we can control our own personal situations. There is nothing wrong with listening to those around us; some of them might actually have something to contribute. The remainder of those around us are there to plant doubt. Which is a great thing! I am all for doubt, because it give you an 'out' of a situation. You never really wanted that car, or job, or guy because some where in your gut you had doubt and the simple comment from a co-worker reminds you of your own wiriness to make a decision. The world we have on this earth is limited, at least until they produce the real fountain of youth.

We need to be sure that when we make decisions that we can stand by and not let them be corrupted by those around us. Often the simple statement in passing can change your perspective, and perhaps even your life.

So the next time that your buddy in the elevator gives you some quick advice, remember if he is leading you down a path to the cave of doubt, because if he does, you never knew what you wanted to begin with. Doubt only comes when your feet aren't touching the ground.