May 17, 2010

I found something interesting happening today. This weekend I finally experienced being rested – the first time in quite a while. I don’t think I have really been rested in weeks and weeks. Not only did I lose weight (which I think happens better when you are rested) but I found myself more at peace. That led to a decision today – to spend one day focused in the moment. Instead of being consumed with worrying about the future or thinking about the past – just living in the present.

The day was a much better day. I accomplished as much as I did any day that I stressed from beginning to end. Plus, I left with more energy. I have also started swimming again which I think is helping.

I said yesterday that now is a time for action. I am learning more about action – the right action – every day. Tyler was at the office today working on father/son stuff. I was with a client. Tomorrow is another day for right action. The marketing begins tomorrow. First in a small wave, then wave after wave after wave. There is no value in playing it small any more. I have been given a gift. It is my job to share it.

I read a great quote at the front of one of Chase’s journal books this weekend. It is attributed to Kung Fu.

The past is history.
The future is a mystery.
Today is a gift.
That is why they call it the present.

May I accept the gift of today with graciousness, thanksgiving, and the spirit of action.