We've all heard it, y'all. People have said to us, "Don't look back. Look forward." "Things in your rear view mirror are behind you. Leave them there." We've heard those phrases and more. We've said them. I know I have. And those are true statements. Today, I contend that the rear view mirrors of our lives have something for us. But before we really begin, let me be clear about something. There are some things that happened to us that we do need to leave in the past and don't dwell on them. Cool? Cool. Here's what I'm saying today. Our rear views often teach us how not to rip our rears. It's one of the reasons we need to look but not live in our rear view mirrors. Here are three more reasons.
1. It doesn't matter. It's in the past. Remember that? That's what Rafiki said to Simba. He was talking about the negative things that happened in Simba's life and those he'd done. I'll add to that and say that we should see our successes the same way. Celebrate them at the time they happen. Enjoy them. Revel in them even. If you get caught or stuck still living in them in the present, you are and/or will find yourself in big trouble.
2. Success is still available today. And tomorrow. And... I'll stop, because I know y'all hear and understand me. There are new successes waiting for you to create them. It's why you work as hard as you do. No, you're not working for the sole purpose of success. You work as hard as you do because it drives you. Again, not success. Your it. And I'll let you in on a lil' secret. Y'all listening? Good. When you succeed, you succeed. When you fail, you succeed. You learn a lot from both, but even more from your failures. That's where you find our much about and build your character and resolve.
3. Fond memories of the things and people that touched our lives in great and major ways. Remember those for encouragement. For growth. The things and people can't be separated. That is, there's usually someone or a group of folk who are there with us when those memories are being made. Those folk helped us. They loved us. They corrected and lovingly disciplined us. They cared for us. It's why remember and hold so dear what they did for us. How they made us feel.
So look back once in a while. Because some of the objects that are closer than they appear just may be worth you taking a quick glance in your rear view mirror.
Because you now understand the importance of looking forward, you're excited and eager as a beaver to learn more about how to do this. When you join me on my new webinar, Start A Fire! on Nov. 10, 2014, I'll teach you:
- How to start your fire
- Purpose is fuel
- The importance of quick hits
You’ll also receive:
- SPECIAL ACCESS to the EXCLUSIVE RECORDING!
- LIFE-ENRICHING, insider leadership tips!
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- LIFE-ENRICHING, insider leadership tips!
- EXCLUSIVE PRICING for January 2015 training: Fit In ‘15!
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