Today, for some reason, feels differently than usual. I took a step back, let others take the lead, stopped inserting myself so often in things, listened more and spoke less. No, I'm not normally a bull in a china shop, but sometimes I tend to step in....whether asked to or not. There was no particular reason why I laid back, there had been nothing to upset me, or aggravate me; it wasn't a conscious decision and nothing precipitated it. It just felt like a good day to hang loose.....and it worked.
I enjoyed listening more, instead of "waiting to interrupt". I enjoyed hearing my colleague and friend discuss her challenges, instead of sharing mine. I listened more closely to a concern from someone with whom I belong in an association, instead of just nodding my head.
Yes, I was still as committed as ever to my job, my association, my friend; but I was less intense and more relaxed and enjoyed it more. Okay, so it may not work every day, but it worked today!
And you, do you need one of those days?
What makes you want one of those days?
Will tomorrow be that day for you?
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