In the quest for the solitary examples of what we think will make us better at certain things, we lose sight of what we can do to make us better equipped to handle the multitudes of situations that come our way each day. We strive for compassion, for example, because we think that’s an element of being a better person.
What about working on becoming a better person all-around?
What are you interested in at work? If you’re reading this, it means you’re interested in working at your best, with your heart and spirit in tact. It means you’re interested in HOW you work, not just WHAT you’re working at (although that matters, too). It means you want to express your purpose in this world, find meaning, and find peace and fulfillment in what you do.
Can you see how you have to go beyond just getting more done?
If you’ve been around sports at all, ever, you’ve probably heard the saying that the higher you go in athletic performance, the game becomes 90% mental.
A question for you: Why is that?