So, this morning on the way to work I got a speeding ticket and as I sit and think about my actions it is bringing much to mind. How often do we speed through life…through our days…going from one thing to the next? We rush into our days, through our days, and then back home to rush through our evenings and our time spent with family and/or friends.
We say yes…we say no…But are we really giving the questions the proper thought, time and energy? Are we asking the right questions to ensure that what is being asked of us is going to be carried out in the best way possible and we are the best person to be doing so? Are we being present in our jobs…during our meetings….at home during dinner with our loved ones…putting our children to bed…or are we just passing through the fastest way possible to get to the next thing that has to be done? Are we "checking out" and driving in the fast lane with no absolute destination and not giving attention to all the beautiful little moments in between that really mean so much?
Amazing the thoughts that one (not so) little speeding ticket can bring to mind! We all need to remind ourselves of the value we bring every day…in taking the time to do every little item in our days with intent, purpose and our true being. Driving in the fast lane is not all it's cracked up to be…you miss so much…you lose so much…you can even lose yourself.
Being present in the moment is what is calling to me right now…in life…in work…in my family. Be present and be true…and don't let the temptation of the fast lane pull you in…there is so much you will miss along the way.
I challenge you all to take stock…look at your life, your loves, your work, your passions. Make sure you are present to what is happening every day…make decisions based on knowledge, asking the right questions, and the all-important "gut check". Become the owner of your life and your decisions…don't be that driver speeding by just trying to get to the next checkpoint the quickest way possible.
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Marci Otts – Director of Operations, Lawyers With Purpose
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