Day 17: Let it go.

This quote is absolutely for me - why? Becuase I'm a planner - if you have read my blogs before these you know that I am so focused on planning that it's hard to start doing. But to create a life - you must M.O.V.E.

Whether it's moving yourself (aka pushing yourself), chanign your environment (it can make a huge difference), or anything in between - it's essential to, once in a while, stop and live.

When life turns corners as fast as Nascar or when tragedies happen when we least expect it ... sometimes we have time to reflect on the past. However, when we plan, plan, plan and never really put that plan into action - we then fail. That's when we regret- which is another major issue. Often in sales you will hear - under promise, over deliver -

BUT...do you do that in your own life?

Have you promised yourself to start going to church, stop cussing, shed those pounds, organize those closets, or build that business that you love? Have you done it? Have you started but not finished? (most likely this answer is yes) -

Under promise...over deliver ... and you'll charm yourself. But in the mean time - still maintain a life. Many men and women today get so wrapped up in where they are going they get stuck in that mode and forget their families. Only to realize that they don't have one when they've achieved 'success.' You don't want to be living in a castle built on sand (thanks Casting Crown's for that image) - you want to actually be living. Please don't think for one minute I'm saying get away from your dreams -it's totally opposite. I'm saying live your dreams, work hard - and play harder (with the people you love)-

Under promise to your family and over deliver because you have done what you needed to do.

Since starting my business, I can easily get caught up in working at night. I can get home from work (often around 9) and start immediately. I could eat dinner at the computer and not pay attention to those I love. However, soon - those I love would forget about me too.

And that's not happening.

Balance is about finding the place where you feel like you've spent time with those you love while achieving your goals. Yes, that impossible list will never be complete - but the time spent with your family is priceless.

Lately, Kenny and I have been playing games during dinner - we'll play scrabble or card games - it's So much fun! This has brought back a kid-like fun in our relationship. Try it, I bet it'll make a difference. If you work late come in with coffee - turn off the tv - and have a real conversation. If you have kiddos - put them to bed- turn on some jazz - and actually listen to one another. Yes, the to dos will always be there, but your loved ones won't necessarily be there.

Cherish the time you have - and actually LIVE.

With love always,
Lida

P.S.
Want to hear that song that I was talking about? It's awesome: