Thanks to Ganesh Kumar
Traveling Through Life – Dr. John C. Maxwell
Here are Tips from Dr. John C. Maxwell, recognized Leadership expert,
where he gave 10 solid tips for traveling through life.
Tip #1: Travel Light. - You can always tell the difference between an
experienced traveler and a new one… by the size of their luggage. John
mentioned that too many people travel through life with a lot of
emotional baggage, which they’ve not yet learned to let go. Traveling
light is about finding your priorities… carrying only the essential
stuff… Oh yes… and asking for forgiveness along the way.
Tip #2: Take someone with you - Life is about relationships. Isn’t it
awfully lonely to travel through life alone? Maybe you’ve been hurt
before, but that doesn’t mean that you should close your heart. It only
means that you know the characteristics you don’t want in a
partner/friend. Let time heal your heart and then find someone to
travel through life with.
Tip #3: Follow the Road Map - Have a game plan. If you do not know where
you are going, then how can you hope to get there? It is important to
know where you are (A) by doing self-reflection everyday and where you
want to go (B) by setting goals… but do not succumb to “destination
disease”. Life is not only about reaching B. Life HAPPENS between A and
B! Enjoy the journey…
Tip #4: Take the High Road -”Those who are instruments of grace to
others become recipients of grace to themselves”.
John talks about the necessity of having a life stance - your overall
frame of reference - your attitude, assumptions and expectations of
yourself, others around you and life.
Taking the high road means that you do not keep score. You learn to
forgive others and do your best to help the people around you.
Tip #5: Stop and Ask For Directions -Most people are too stubborn or
proud to do that. They would rather go around in circles than stop to
ask someone for directions.
Remember that no matter the direction you are heading, it’s very likely
that someone else has already been there and done that. Be prepared to
ask for advice… and shortcut your learning curve.
Tip #6: Make a U-Turn When Needed -”Life is the art of drawing without
an eraser.” You can’t turn back time when you have made a mistake… but
you can change directions and make a U-turn before it’s too late.
Sometimes, we may find ourselves headed into a dead end… the sooner we
realize we have to make a change and do it, the more likely we will find
ourselves back on a safe route.
Remember… not changing when you have to may lead to death!
Tip #7: Appreciate the Detours - Life is not a smooth one way street.
Along the way, you will meet obstacles and challenges. Appreciate and
learn to take the detours.
He said that problems are…
Predictors
Reminders
Opportunities
Blessings
Lessons
Everywhere
Messages
Solvable
Could you see how that can be really empowering?
Tip #8: Take Pictures - Create Memories.
John suggests that you should….
Work like you don’t need the money
Dance like no one is watching
Sing like no one is listening
Love like you’ve never been hurt
Live like it’s heaven on earth
How beautiful is that?
Tip #9: Travel the Extra Mile - And then some…Who knows what you would
find in that extra mile? Another adventure… A beautiful sight… A lovely
encounter… An enchanting lover…
Go the extra mile… it may be worth the whole journey.
Tip #10: Stop To Smell the Roses - Remember not to rush though life…
Take some time out to appreciate its beauty… Enjoy the butterflies’
dance… and last but not least, be grateful… for everyone and everything
in your life.
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