The safety of vacation is over. Back to the reality of my career. Plans in one hand, unexpected events in the other. It is tough to find a balance between home, office, family and faith. So this week is dedicated to catching up and clearing out the mail box, responding to immediate requests and prioritizing all the rest.
It’s funny how sometimes my big ideas get in the way. It’s not that big ideas are bad, it’s that I need to know how to prioritize the activities associated and integrate into the fabric of my life. I always look at my commitments (promises) and work on those with due dates first. The problem being that if everything that comes in is work related, it leaves me out of balance. So I’m going back to basics where I need to define all the roles I have in my life and pick an activity for each. It doesn’t have to be complicated or take a ton of time. Between acknowledging the roles that I play in my life and living it on purpose, I can feel good about what I’ve done. This month I’m focused on the following:
I’m a disciple of Christ, I need to spend time in prayer and especially pray for those attending Advent by Candlelight
I’m a wife, I need to make sure my husband knows I’m dedicated to our relationship
I’m a mother, I need to take time out and really listen to what’s going on in their lives with active interest, I also need to set up and send out invites to G’s birthday party
I’m a daughter, I need to check in and say hello and tell them I love them
I’m a sister, I need to send a quick note letting Heather know I’m thinking about her
I’m a friend, I will find a friend that needs encouragement and send a note
I’m an employee, I’ll prioritize my work efforts and get those 90% completed items off my desk.
I’m a manager, I need to spend time with each employee and ensure they feel enabled to execute their roles without concern. I need to remind them how awesome they are and thank them for managing to some crazy deadlines.
I’m a robotics coach – I need to encourage my team as we head down the last few weeks regardless of how unprepared we are to compete.
I’m a scouting mom – I need to catch up with my boys on their achievements and help them set new goals
I’m a blogger / writer – I need to be dedicated and attempt to write everyday
I’m Santa’s helper – so I better get moving on finishing the Christmas shopping
I’m me, and I need to set a few goals for myself so that I can continue to grow and feel a sense of accomplishment.
What roles do you play? What goals do you have for the month?
