I had recently written about a wonderful book I read. I just picked it up again, and reviewed some of the pages I had flagged as "interesting." The conclusion of the book gives two pieces of advice that go beyond, they transcend mere behavioral economics.
The idea that we are all ultimately responsible for our actions is daunting. That we are somehow tied to the effects of our choices is significant. Whether you are managing time, managing a project, managing your career, or managing a family vacation...handling it all takes persistance and skill (and oft-times a bit of "faith in the process").
So here are a couple of "thoughts," and my thoughts about each one:
Pick your fights
I'm reminded of some advice a mentor of mine gave me when she said, "Always do your best...never any less." (Thanks mom!) One thing the authors make a case for is to choose what you will win. In that act of decision making, it's easier to continue on toward success. (Especially when everyone knows what it will look like!)
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