Tuesday, January 30, 2007
Stepping back
Imagine that you can a step back from yourself, far enough
back to get a good, objective look at the way you are. What
do you think you would see?
You already know what it's like to be you from the inside.
Think for a moment how it would be to encounter you from the
outside.
Consider how your words, your actions and your priorities
look when viewed objectively. Think of the advice you would
want to give if you were to observe yourself for a while
from the outside.
Stand back and watch the way you spend your time. Look
closely at what really works for you, and at what really
doesn't.
Though it is unwise to become obsessed with what others
think of you, it is smart to regularly consider your life
from an objective viewpoint. It can give you a new
appreciation for your strengths and will help to point out
areas where you can make valuable improvements.
In your imagination, every now and then, take a step back,
and then take a good look. See yourself with objective eyes,
and discover new ways to make life better and better.
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