“After a while, you learn that it’s better to write an unexpected letter than to sit around waiting for the postman to deliver one. Sooner or later, you discover that it is better to help someone plant a garden than to wait for someone to bring you flowers.”
What are you waiting for?
What action can you take other than waiting?
I had a rather embarrassing realization on my 35th birthday. I’ll share the story at Spark later this fall, but suffice it to say that I got a wake-up call I probably should have gotten years (and years and years!) earlier!
And the summary of that wake-up call is exactly what Matthew Kelly is describing: Rather than waiting around for that hoped-for outcome, take an action that will move you closer to it.
This week, decide to quit waiting. Take an action in favor of your desired outcome. Longing for some time to yourself? Block it on your calendar and make the necessary arrangements.
Wishing you were braver? Do something that pushes you outside your comfort zone.
Bummed because no one shows you appreciation? Go out of your way to show appreciation for others.
“Decide and take action” is one of my guiding principles. What will you decide and take action on – today?
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Dr. Christi Hegstad, Dream Igniter & Growth Accelerator. Christi is a Certified Coach who has helped thousands clarify and reach Big Dreams and Bold Goals with meaning and purpose. She is president of MAP Professional Development Inc., NAWBO Iowa’s Woman Business Owner of the Year, president of ICF Iowa, and mom to three amazing kids.