Greener Grass - the Answer?
What makes something worthwhile to hang in when the going gets tough? It has everything to do with looking in the mirror. At our recent conference, Edward Pritchett shared something profound. The grass is always greener somewhere else, but if you didn't change, how do you expect things to be different? Same you, just a different view.
How do you know when the job or relationship is challenging but worth the fight? Here's what I've found.
- Culture - others are succeeding, and you have people to ask for counsel.
- Growth - Fighting through more reps at the gym will prove their worth in your body and mind. There's a visible difference.
- Respect - Is there a willingness to (when not in the heat of battle) listen, talk honestly, and negotiate?
- Accountability - Have you been brutally honest and assessed yourself? Have you done a "gut check" of your assumptions, mindset, or only blamed someone or something else?
After 27 years, five kids, and everything you can imagine happening, my hubby and I are still fighting the good fight together. We work together in a tremendous culture, growing more than we ever thought possible, living in a place of mutual respect, and being accountable. There is one critical point here I don't want to miss. I have to give a massive shoutout to my husband, Glenn. We are opposites in many ways. But his willingness to look deeply at his position, find common ground, or help me see his viewpoint, which I had never experienced before, has made all the difference.
It is so easy to have life wear you down. The secret is - there is no secret. There is no shortcut, just a journey to figure out and enjoy. And you find the best when you don't hunt for easy-hunt like a warrior and find your tribe, your place, and what challenges you to be your best.
