If you had a time machine, what would you go back and tell yourself?
I’ve been thinking a whole lot about what I’d go back and tell myself if I had the chance.
As I wrote about before, reflection is a vitally important exercise (and it is a must for anyone truly looking to grow into their potential) because certain wisdom comes only from a hindsight perspective.
Think of how much the world has changed just in the past 12 months. If I could have a conversation with you from 12 months ago, I’ll bet you would affirm that time with family is to be treasured, health is a gift, and the world can change in a moment!
I imagine that at different points in life, I’d go back and tell myself certain things.
I’d tell my 8-year-old self to enjoy taking naps.
I’d tell my 16-year-old self to quit being such a chicken and ask the girl out :-).
I’d tell my 19-year-old self not to care so much about the opinions of others.
I’d explain to my 21-year-old self to find a different team to cheer for than the Cleveland Browns.
I’d tell my 28-year-old self not to plan a honeymoon in New England during the winter months when everything is closed.
I’d tell my 40-year-old self to bet on yourself and launch your business. You’re ready enough.
I’d tell my 45-year-old self to find a different sport to play than basketball.
I’d tell my 50-year old self to lay off the ice cream.
Maybe you can relate?
Certain things are made especially clear in the rearview mirror.
Growth is one of those things. Everyone wishes they would have started their journey to significance sooner.
Reflect on these two quotes from John Maxwell’s “Law of Intentionality”:
“The greatest danger you face in this moment is the idea that you will make intentional growth a priority later.”
AND
“The sooner you make the transition to becoming intentional about your personal growth, the better it will be for you because growth compounds and accelerates if you remain intentional about it.”
I genuinely want your 2021 to be better than your 2020 -- and I want to help you grow into your full potential.
Coming up on February 2nd, I’ll be hosting a free webinar that will help you take one giant step forward on your journey toward significance, growth, and fulfillment.
During that webinar, I’ll share with you why my heart beats to see people grow into their potential and how you can create a personal system of growth that drives real impact.
Save the date -- Tuesday, February 2nd at Noon EST.
I’ll be basing our time together on John Maxwell’s 15 Invaluable Laws of Growth, and (of course) I’ll be giving you some practical steps you can begin taking asap.
It’s completely free -- and you can sign up for our virtual Zoom webinar here.
Don’t put off your growth. Sign up today!
Jennifer Reed, in SUCCESS, writes this:
“‘Later’ is one of those dream-killers, one of the countless obstacles we put up to derail our chances of success. The diet that starts ‘tomorrow,’ the job hunt that happens ‘eventually’ the pursuit of the life dream that begins ‘someday’ combine with other self-imposed roadblocks and lock us on autopilot. Why do we do this to ourselves, anyway?”
Don’t wait until later. Don’t put off your growth.
Think of how much the world will change in the next 12 months.
Will you be ready for all that is to come?
Will you find fulfillment in who you are, what you do -- and who you are becoming?
Now is the time to invest in yourself and your growth. Make the “you in 2022” proud of the steps you took to better position yourself to live in significance, fulfillment, and to your potential.
