WHAT IF . . . . .
So Many What If's
WHAT IF …..
What if is a common statement we ask ourselves in the midst of trying to imagine or anticipate what will or will not happen in our future? Or what may have happened in our past if we could have changed it?
What if I had taken that job or applied for that promotion?
- What if I didn't marry who I did or had chosen the person I really
wanted?
- What if I had slowed down and taken my time to make better
decisions?
- What if I had been a little less complacent or showed a little more
understanding?
- What if I'd given thanks for the things I've already received and
accomplished?
SO MANY WHAT IFS, yet there are some things meant for us to go through. We were not supposed to avoid that trial, that struggle; those life’s lessons because it helped to shape us into who we are today.
There’s no time machine that can take us back to revisit or change things. What you’ve already gone through, and where you are now, defines what you will do with the rest of your time on this earth, so we must choose wisely.
I believe when we put our trust in God, he has a way of making things work out; and makes things turn out as they should.
The question you should be asking is . . . . . What if I trust God?
My Best To You Always,
Amy
THE BIG BAD WOLF
There are some leaders/managers who are intimidated by subordinates, their skills, experience, intel
We all know the fairy tale “Little Red Riding Hood.” There’s a few versions to this story, but basically she was seen as an obedient little girl who was told by her mother to take goodies to her sick grandmother. She walked through the woods alone (you’ve got me there...I wouldn't). The story never suggested she had any issues with going by herself, not even when she met the wolf on her way. It wasn't until she got to the house and began questioning the wolf who was pretending to be grandmother that things took a turn.
As far as the wolf was concerned he had no problem swallowing up grandmother whole and then moving on to his next victim, Little Red Riding Hood. I didn't write this story, okay?
So, let’s take this to the Workplace:
The unspoken rule in the office was “stay in your lane”. This employee started questioning some decisions and brought it to the boss, thinking they would appreciate these suggestions. The first time they did it, they were brushed off by their superior, but the second time this boss showed his ‘wolf-like fangs’ and went straight for the jugular. He was known for devouring anyone who stood in his way or disagreed with him. It didn’t matter how ridiculous or illogical his instructions could be, you just followed and kept your mouth shut.
So, imagen the newbie’s shock when they were basically ‘swallowed whole’ right in front of everyone?
He likes doing it that way, it commands control and gives him a sense of superiority.
♦How dare you question your boss. You're not supposed to evaluate any decision they make.
♦Must you be reminded your opinion and suggestions doesn't matter? You're supposed to listen and do your work without questioning anything.
You've just come face to face with ‘THE BIG BAD WOLF’.
Fact Check 1: There are some leaders/managers who are intimidated by subordinates, their skills, experience, intelligence, etc. Keep in mind intimidation can grow to jealousy, jealously often yields cruelty and insensitivity, no matter how wonderful you are at your job. These leaders feel threaten and their ego is bigger than the building they’re housed in. It’s hard for them to embrace anyone’s skills or expertise if it is a threat to their own. They’re too busy drowning in their own inadequacies. All they can see is that you might outshine them or possibly take their job. Let me be clear, I am not telling you to question everything your leader/manager does. However, you shouldn’t allow anyone to dilute your abilities, no matter how far up the ‘food chain’ they are. THE BIG BAD WOLF doesn't know all your potential and they don’t want to know.
Fact Check 2: You know who you are and what you’re capable of regardless of how you’re treated and being overlooked. Keep being that smart, ambitious, fearless ‘go-getter’. Sooner than later, you will get noticed and be appreciated, and you will be handsomely rewarded.
Unlike the creature you may face every day, you don’t have to pretend or deceive. You know your stuff so allow your gifts and talents to SHINE through.
By the way, he didn’t have a happy ending, did he?
Until the next confession
Be Your Best Always
Amy
STILL GOING IN CIRCLES? IT'S INSANE!
Now there you go again, landing in the same job. You thought a change of venue with a few extra dollars would make you happier, but it hasn’t. You're doing the same things as before so basically; all you’ve done was move parallel but not upward.
Aren’t you tired of going in circles? You weren't happy with the last two positions, so what makes you think you’d be better off in this new one?
Be honest with yourself, It’s not the change
in location you truly want, is it?
You know you’ve been wanting to spread your wings higher and farther with launching your own business, but you’ve let fear keep you so grounded that you won’t take a chance.
You’re miserable and disgusted with the daily grind, yet you press on hoping something will change.
How can you expect change if you’re not the one to do it?
‘Insanity Is Doing the Same Thing Over and Over Again and Expecting Different Results.’ (A. Einstein, NA & others)
Are you insane?...... No? but you're still going in circles.
ºWhat opportunities have you passed over? Stop stalling and launch out into deep waters – It’s all or nothing time for you.
Need to know if you’re ready? Do you have…..
The skills, experience, education, training, ingenuity, manageability, tenacity, determination and a whole lot of motivation, then It’s time to…….
Plan it, Move It, Work It, Launch It!
My Best To You,
Amy For more blogs, Visit www.youllthankme-later.com
