“Wonder is the beginning of wisdom.”
― Socrates
As we look toward 2014, I have a goal. Not a resolution, a goal. I want more WONDER in my LAND. I want a career, a life, a journey that fills me with joy and wonder, and through that experience, wisdom will grow. Wisdom will help me make more effective decisions in my professional and personal life. It will help me be a better self-leader. Do you want the same thing? If so, how can we achieve it together? I have some thoughts on this.
Happy New Year!
Today, as we straddle 2013 and 2014, we might bridge what was and what will be by considering the progress we’ve made! Is there something in particular that you are proud of from 2013? When you look back and think about the most satisfying moments, what are they? Are they work, personal, or both? Did you overcome a barrier, let something go, or find a new pathway to your heart’s desire? Is there anything you’d care to share?
“We must find time to stop and thank the people who make a difference in our lives.”
– John F. Kennedy
Here I am, my friends, as the sun sets on 2013, with a huge opportunity to simply stop and share my gratitude for having you beside me on our self-leadership and strengths journey.
The reason angels can fly is because they take themselves lightly. – G.K. Chesterton
Those of you who know me well can vouch for the fact that I’m not up for the Angel of the Year award! Sure, I’ve photographed kids with autism, cystic fibrosis, and Down’s syndrome to help raise money for a good cause. None of this was hard for me to do because when I have my camera in hand, I’m working. The camera is a safety net, a guard rail. Real angelic behavior doesn’t come easily for me, and that’s both a strengths statement and a self-leadership statement. So what’s an aspiring angel to do?
Hi guys! I’ve taken a week off because of vacation (and I took the photo below of a lighthouse last week when I was in Marquette, Michigan – WAY NORTH. Man, it was cold!) But, I’ve come back ON FIRE! That’s because I read this awesome quote: The firewood itself is not the fire. – Nagajun
