Each one of us has the potential to do great things in every area of our lives. But what keeps us from reaching our full potential sometimes? Some possible answers are: distractions, lack of focus, lack of direction, lack of mental clarity, laziness and most of all, loss of control over ourselves. In other words, we give up the power of making optimal use of that amazing organ called brain.
First, we need a leader: Ourselves. Nodody else can build our own life. If feels wonderful when we become the leader of our own existence. This means being in charge, taking full responsibility for our actions. Then, we need to define what is our main mission in life. What do we want? Defining this clearly, in writing, makes a huge difference. That becomes our map, our mission statement. Then we need a list of concrete actions. And then we need to follow through.
Perfection is not possible, it's not even human, so mistakes will happen. But we can always learn from them. The most important thing in my opinion is to be alert, to see ourselves from the outside in order to evaluate how we're doing so we can decide how we can do better. Time is going to pass by fast, it's very easy to let ourselves go in the wrong direction. That's why we need our brain to be our best friend. Our brain will make sure that we don't get lost, but for that to happen wee need to be in touch with it every single day.
Update: This image is now available on my Etsy store as a print.
Thank you for this inspirational reminder at the start of my day.
Have a lovely day today Elsita.
Posted by: elizabeth | January 31, 2011 at 11:41 PM
sometimes i just wish my brain wasn't quite so thick :)
Posted by: margie oomen | February 01, 2011 at 04:06 AM
Thank you, really needed those words today, I'm having one of those days when everything seems to be beyond my control but I'm getting it back.
Posted by: Marta | February 01, 2011 at 04:56 AM
True, true. I guess I better stop playing on the internet and go do something.
Posted by: Janet M | February 01, 2011 at 09:21 AM
;-)
Posted by: Janet M | February 01, 2011 at 09:24 AM
Hey Janet!: ;)
Posted by: Elsita | February 01, 2011 at 09:51 AM
Please consider offering this as a print in your shop. My sister is unhappily stuck in her comfort zone and I would love it if she could see this every day as a reminder to push out of her "cz"!
Posted by: Carrie | February 01, 2011 at 04:11 PM
Good idea Carrie, I will offer this image as a print on Etsy.
I will list it tomorrow :)
Posted by: Elsita | February 01, 2011 at 07:47 PM
I love this! You have such an awesome outlook on life. I really enjoy your blog and reading about your experiences as a mother, artist, friend and spouse. Thanks!
Posted by: Wendy | February 02, 2011 at 03:06 PM
I just love this.
Posted by: Kristen | February 07, 2011 at 12:27 PM
I'm at a loss for words Elsita. Feeling terribly blue, lost, demands of daily life, it is just what I needed to read. I love the way you expressed it...your brain is your best friend. Never lose touch with it..your brain, your best friend. I've been beating up my friend for a long time now. Time to put it to rest. Focus, find my voice/style, work towards it, and the rest will come.
Thank you
Posted by: Mari Jovan Fernan | March 22, 2011 at 04:42 PM
See how the sky was black during the day, see how long is the night, and at dawn.
Posted by: Coach Outlet | May 11, 2011 at 11:14 PM
Plato said: the first was crying because you're not, the second laughing because meet you, third smiling tears because can't have you.
Posted by: Coach Outlet | May 11, 2011 at 11:20 PM
Thank you Lois!
I was going to eat this strawberry but when she looked at me with that face I just couldn't :o
Posted by: hollister clothing | May 12, 2011 at 11:55 PM
That's why people enjoy him. He does and says the funniest things.
Tonight he said: Mom, do you know that the duck season is a very important holiday?
Posted by: abercrombie london | May 13, 2011 at 12:47 AM