Simple, but not easy

By
TomChampoux
Published: July 14, 2010Posted in: About TomTags: , ,

I don’t know about you, but for me there has been significant change in the last year.  From the loss of a loved one, to the economy, to the oil spill, to the struggles of many of our clients, to the sagging morale of the general population, to sliced budgets – if we are not careful, doubt gives way to skepticism which is just a baby step away from “poor me.” NO – do not go there!  We have too many professional victims already that drain our physical energy and deplete our limited resources.

So, what should we do?  It is simple, just not easy if we are already in the throes of confusion or despair. Go back to a situation where you do have control over what you do, how you react, how you feel.  Last night, my new 7 week old grand daughter – Julia Jane – came to visit grandpa.  As I held her in that moment, just being present and listening to her breathing and watching her move, a calmness returned.  The important thing was simply being connected and letting go of everything else except for that precise moment…and all was good.

Things happen for a reason.  We may not understand the reason or even think the reason is stupid, but there is a reason.  It is part of something larger than me and I am not in control.  I just have to connect, be totally present in the moment – and the calmness returns.

Then Gracen, Julia’s 3 yr old brother, proved the point again.  “Grandpa, let’s play hide-and-seek.”  Whether or not grandpa was tired had nothing to do with it.  “C’mon, grandpa, it is fun.”  The squeals of delight when he was found proved the point.

Where do you look for connection?  How do you rein in doubt so the real you can emerge and others can access your talents and insight? That corny saying is true you know: “The journey of a 1000 miles begins with the first step.”  Staying in control requires staying in balance. It is the 1st step.  I will loan you a couple of my pictures so you can get started.

About the Author

Tom Champoux is a nationally recognized dynamic speaker and energizing trainer. He challenges long-held myths about leadership and followership, drawing on over 40 years experience as a teacher, coach, trainer and speaker. He believes that those who do not balance the relationship between people skills and technical skills will have difficulty succeeding in today's fast paced marketplace. The heart of Tom's work lies in creating an organizational climate built around empowerment and the exchange of trust, respect and dignity.