Month: January 2023 (Page 4 of 4)

There’s no doubt the world is more complicated now than ever. With distractions, war, individuals committing heinous acts, the changing of the planet and on and on.

Why not help ourselves by choosing to be around others who lift us up rather than put us down?

We can. It’s not that difficult. It’s a choice.

Think about a person in our life. Anyone who you know and spend time with. When you do, focus on the feeling it gives us. Is that a good feeling? Do you like the way they make you feel when you’re around them?

No matter how long we’ve known someone, there is no rule that says you have to spend time with them. That’s your choice.

Our time is limited on this earth. Be selective about the people you chose to be with. It can really make a difference.

Saying “yes” is much more fun than saying “no.”

Okay, I get it: In order to stay focused and accomplish what we want to do, we must keep our eye on the ball and cut out distractions. Much of that can be done, by saying “no.” By simplifying our lives and our schedules by cutting out distractions that are superfluous to our intentions.

Should I take on more responsibilities at my work? Should I be on that advisory board? Should I add more activities into my schedule?

But, maybe we can create some time in our day for some “yes.”

Should I surprise my wife/daughter/son/friend and meet them for lunch today? Maybe I can cut out of work just a bit early today to go watch my son’s basketball practice? How about instead of having lunch at the office, I can pick something up and go visit my a relative/friend during my lunch hour?

Yes! Why not!?

Saying “yes” is fun!

Let’s not forget that.

I really like the idea of simplifying as opposed to making our schedules more complicated. The act of taking away rather than adding to.

I like the idea of doing 1 thing really well instead of doing 1,000 things mediocre.

There’s something about going to a restaurant that has very few items on their menu, but knowing the ones that are there are made exquisitely.

More is not necessarily better.

Nor is bigger.

There is traction in simplicity.

There is direction as well.

This makes sense to me. This fires me up.

Let’s keep it simple.

Even though I don’t know much about science, I love learning about it and have realized we can take many approaches used in the field and apply them to our daily lives.

One such example would be the scientific method. Which is basically an approach or template for acquiring knowledge through observation, research, hypothesis, testing, analyzing and reporting.

One thing I struggle with in life is perspective. What I mean by that is, how does the way I’m feeling or the way I view the world fit in compared to what other people see and do. Where does my perspective fall? Am I over-reacting? Is this something to be aware of? Does everyone feel this way? And on and on.

Sometimes having the tools to implement a non-emotional approach to life will give you the most accurate results as it gets “me” out of the way. Along with all of my emotional baggage. My hiccups and my disfunction.

I’m looking for results. Non-tainted and balanced results.

Well, science can help us with that. Or at least a non-emotional system that gives us accurate and timely information for what we need.

She blinded me with science.