John Chappelear - Changing The Focus

Last week I was in Charleston SC presenting a workshop on the healthy resolution of organizational conflict.  During a workshop I remembered a point that I hadn’t thought of for quite a while, situations don't create our reality, our reality is created by how we response to situations.  Creating and maintaining peace of mind and emotional balance have very little to do with our external circumstances.  The phrase in The Daily Six is "stop waiting for your life to get perfect to be happy." If we wait for that to happen we just might be waiting forever.   Situation + Response = Reality

Positive Thought of the Week

I keep myself centered and balanced. I take the time each day to strengthen my sense of well being and inner peace. No matter what the external circumstances, my life is in perfect order. I maintain a positive mindset. Everyday I take care of myself physically, mentally, and spiritually. I am not defined by my situations only by my responses.

Business Thought of the Week
This week I will seek the feedback of others. Before I finalize any plans I will ask others for input. I will ask peers, superiors and subordinates for their opinions. I know that this 360 degree request for additional input will create broader appeal and support for my ideas and plans. People support ideas they have a role in developing.

I want to say a very special thanks to the people at The Charleston Place hotel in Charleston SC. Charleston Place is a world class hotel and spa right downtown. Of course the reason any hotel is great is because of their people, and they have them by the dozen. If you plan on spending any time in the Charleston area make it a point to stop by.

This week I am going to take a little of my own advice and kick back. I have a light schedule and instead of working hard to heavy it up I am just going to enjoy it.

Have a great week and a wonderful 4th of July.

All the Best