Do you have a job that you like and are good at?
Are you enjoying the job you are doing as much as possible?
Whether you are a multimillion dollar CEO or a stay-at-home mom, you have a job ... a REAL job.
No matter what 'job' you are doing, no matter what defines your 'work', it is critical to find and embrace your purpose.
The FISH! philosophy is one that I have been a big fan of for many years. And, one that recently, I'm again realizing the importance of.
The following four components make up the FISH! philosophy and I think these components can help us all, not just in our careers, but in our day to day living. Heck, it can help us be better spouses, friends, sons and daughters, parents ... the list is endless!
Be There: When people need you, they need all of you. Setting aside distractions and judgments to be fully present is a sign of respect. It improves communication and strengthens relationships.
Play: You can be serious about your work without taking yourself so seriously. Play is a mindset more than a specific activity. It allows you to throw yourself with enthusiasm and creativity into whatever you are doing, in a way that is natural, not forced. "Playing” with ideas helps you find solutions to everyday challenges.
Make Their Day: Simple gestures of thoughtfulness, thanks and recognition make people feel appreciated and valued. When you make someone else feel good, you feel good too.
Choose Your Attitude: To actually choose how you respond to life, not just react, you must be intentional. When you get up, decide who you want to "be" today. Moment-to-moment awareness is key. Ask yourself throughout the day, "What is my attitude right now? Is it helping the people who depend on me? Is it helping me to be most effective?"
My challenge for you (and me) this Fabulous Friday and Wonderful Weekend ...
1. When a friend or co-worker or ornery child wants to tell you something- LISTEN. Really listen. Be there for them! Don't jump to respond, just listen.
2. Do something fun today. Do something that makes you laugh OUT LOUD! Make a fart noise when someone bends over. Tell a dumb joke. Share an embarrassing moment. Whatever it is, just have a little fun!
3. Make someone smile! Do something out of the ordinary for someone in your life; an unexpected compliment, a sweet treat, an extra snuggle. Giving to someone else will fulfill you more than you'd think.
4. Have as good an attitude as you can muster. Life sucks sometimes. Life is hard and messy and crap hits the fan over and over. We know that. Don't let it get you down. Everyone struggles and we never know how much worse it could really be. Try to embrace as much goodness as you can:)
Whatever job you are doing, make the most of it! Have fun with it. Enjoy the heck out of it. Everyday is a gift. It's up to us to decide what's inside the package!
To learn more about the FISH! philosophy, visit fishphilosophy.com.
Enjoy the journey you have been blessed with, love the people in your life, smile :) and remember, 'It's Okay'.
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