The following is a guest post by a long-time friend of mine, Dr. Michael Nichols, who was named as one the Top-100 speakers in the country in an Inc.com article.
This week while traveling, I had conversations with several
people about how tempting it is to compartmentalize areas of life like
OBSTACLES. Maybe it helps us feel better about ourselves. Maybe it puts
problem areas in a neat little box so we can push them out of sight and
out of mind.
Think about this – OBSTACLES are inevitable. They’re a natural part of life and work. Right?
So, if obstacles are to be expected, even unavoidable, why the need to label them?
The fact that we label obstacles makes them scary. Conjures up anxiety.
What if we simply viewed obstacles as a part of life – and a part of our work?
Obstacles occur to help you determine if you really believe in the vision.
Yet most people never get past the obstacle. So they never accomplish their dream. They never live out the vision.
So today, when you face obstacles – and you will – here are 3 ways to handle them…
1. Quit calculating the size of the obstacle and remember the size of your vision. Keep your eye on the vision. Focus on it. Fanatically.
2. Find a solution instead of letting the obstacle become an excuse.
3. Prepare for future obstacles. If obstacles stop you, you will never breakthrough. You’ll never experience the miracle. And your vision is worth it.
Your life matters immensely. And your work matters. So don’t give up. Don’t quit. Not today.
Question: What obstacle are you facing that you need to move past today?
