Reflections on the Bridge of Life

Sometimes it is time to get back to basics and review where you are in life. It is far too simple to let things slide. Easier then practicing art of simplifying.  Simplicity is a challenge that many of us neglect. Allowing a journey down different roads and distracting ourselves is sometimes the only way to discover this. Reviewing it is the only way to change.

Who Moved My Cheese

A recent re-read of the book Who Moved My Cheese, by Spencer Johnson enticed me to review the handwriting on the wall. Change happens because the world is very dynamic, so it is important to anticipate, monitor and adapt to the change. Once you’ve done that, sit back and enjoy it – and expect to enjoy it again soon. The review makes you aware of the change and willing to accept a new direction. This direction will lead you to where you want instead of where you were going (or in many cases weren’t).

Maslow’s Hierarchy

Let’s take a quick look at Maslow’s Hierarchy, were he talks about the fundamental physiological needs that we all have. The basics – air, water, food, shelter, clothing. These are followed by safety & love. Only once these are achieved can we focus on the more intense and fulfilling goals of esteem and growth. So if each of us takes time to reveiw and ensure that the basic needs are met, then we can be better prepared to make changes and grow in all aspects of our life.

Stopping the Weeds

A review stops the weeds from taking over and let’s the plant grow healthy and strong. Take a minute and reflect. Write down the direction you want. Not the one you had – where you want to go now. Break it down to the fundamentals to make sure they are on track and then look down the road and see where it is you are going. If that is not where you wanted to be then eliminate the weeds and head down the new road. Putting it in writing will affirm the new direction and gives you permission to drop all the projects and activities that are not offering you fulfillment.

So, when life is moving along, remember to move along with it and step back to basics. There is always time to review where your life is going and there is no time like the present. Please share your changes and methods in the comments below, so we can learn and grow. Your input will help other’s achieve the success and happiness we all desire.

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