Roeboater Thoughts

  Something that is unexpected that turns the edges of a smile is a beautiful thing right! :)  We can probably each think of a time when we were surprised by someone that lit us up. It may have been recently or a long time ago. The gesture could have been grand or relatively small; either still making an impact that was not just received, but more importantly FELT.   These surprised delights do not have to be a high cost or grand in any way; they do however have to be genuine & specific to them.  This can be professionally for a teammate, client or prospect. This can also be personally for a child, spouse, friend or neighbor.  Look for an opportunity to bring delight today...I promise you that the delight won't just be felt on the receiving end. 

  Each morning we wake up and choose what we are going to pursue. Some may even make that chose that night before. For better, or worse we have many options to choose from. There are may 'races' going on. There are many voices telling each of us what race we should do. When our why is not clear that can not just be distracting, but detouring. Even when our why is clear it can be distracting.  I want to encourage all of us today to choose to run our own race. Do not allow comparison to steal your joy.  Comparing your lap 3 to another's lap 33 isn't fair right?   It is also not enjoyable or edifying for you or who you are running for/with.  Embrace your journey/path; it is unique for you.  Focus on your process, not just the results. As you refine your process, get more dialed in the results will happen. Developing your skills/talents are a part of the race.  Choose yo run YOUR race. Choose not to not let the success of others detour YOU. Choose to becom...