2019s
Merry Christmas everyone!
Throughout the year in my role as an EMT, I get the privilege of helping dozens of people when they need help the most. Sometimes it’s just a kind word in the dark of night, other times I provide the life saving care they need. Each case, each person, has left an indelible mark and I am thankful that I was there when needed.
I deactivated my Twitter account today. It’s something I’ve been thinking of doing for quite some time and today I finally pulled the trigger. As I put more effort in to real-world personal realtionships I’m finding less and less value in traditional social media.
Truth in a fortune cookie. So much of making the right decisions stems not from what you know, but from accepting that you don’t know everything. Humility and self-awareness lead to not only being a better person, but more personal success.
The holiday can season can be a very difficult time for many. Those who may be dealing with the loss of a loved one, financial issues, or realtionship pressures may find the festivities difficult to take in. Reach out. Show you care. Be the friend they need. Make a difference.
Every 40 seconds someone in the world commits suicide. In the time it took me to write this post 5 more people have taken their own life. If someone seems detached, distant, sad, or withdrawn ask them how you can help. Show you care. Make a difference.
Improving anything sometimes requires being uncomfortable. At work that may mean having honest, but difficult, conversations. Personally it may mean pushing yourself harder at the gym, making better use of your time, or ending negative relationships. Be uncomfortable.
Beautiful tree!
I spent the morning feeling that the world was conspiring against me. Everything went wrong. I realized this afternoon there was no conspiracy. In every instance I was the problem. Failure to plan, failure to coordinate tasks, failure to set an alarm. All me. #bethesolution
There are things in life you cannot change and there are things you can. Being successful hinges on your ability to discern the difference between these two things and focus on making change where change is possible. There is no glory for the man who beats his head bloody against the brick wall.
Setting priorities at work is one thing, setting them at home -and sticking to them- is a whole different animal. I work to give top priority to the things that will most benefit me and move me closer to achieving my goals. After that I focus on helping family and friends.
Setting priorities doesn’t have to be a laborious, time consuming task. Figuring out what your most important tasks are at work can be simple. Just pay attention to what is important to your boss. If it’s important to them, it should be important to you. Do those things. Move on.
You can be productive without be effective. If you spend time focused on the wrong things you may be productive but your efforts will be wasted. Take the time to understand what has value and work on that.
There’s so much to do. Setting priorities is key. Know what is your most important thing and then spend your time doing that thing. Until it’s done. Then do the next thing.
Yikes!
New tile backsplash.
The sunrise this morning was a mixture of fire and ice. Red, pink, and orange lit up the sky while a line of grey winter clouds overtook them like soldiers steadily marching forward. All that is left is a wavering band of orange on the eastern horizon, providing promise for another good day.
Getting ready to head into work tonight. Another 8 hour shift working to save lives and protect property. The overnight work makes for some long days but the pride I feel from helping people who need help makes it worthwhile.
It’s a grey Sunday morning. I can feel the change in seasons a little more everyday, creeping closer and closer to the dreary doldrums of winter in Minnesota. I already find myself looking forward to the warmth of spring and the green of grass and trees.
Hockey season begins again. Late practice at Harding.
