Work , as a Positive Distraction

Work  , as a Positive Distraction

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The road to happiness lies in two simple principles: find what it is that interests you and that you can do well, and when you find it, put your whole soul into it – every bit of energy and ambition and natural ability you have.”  John D Rockefeller III, Philanthropist. This quote has kept us going on in our life . It has helped me stay focused.

We read many stories in newspapers, on the Internet, watch on TV or get to know when talking to others. But we never give a thought that we might experience this someday , I guess we are humans living on hope and optimism.

Future is unpredictable , no one knows what it has in store for us. Personally & Professionally. I thought to myself –  I can’t prevent adversities or tragedies coming my way, but what I  can do is accept reality, handle situation(s) with maturity and move forward in life. So ,  go around and check on how others manage such personal tragedies. Easier said than done. Few wise advises I could recollect :-

§  Be Positive – By looking at things that you still have rather than fretting over what you have lost

§  Support of family and friends – By seeking comfort in togetherness by reaching out to near and dear ones

§  Spirituality and meditation – Seems to be one of the most popular and effective coping mechanism

§  Live to Learn – Look at challenges as opportunities to grow and evolve

Interestingly, one of the researches carried on the survivors of 9/11 actually brought out that ‘remaining positive and having the will to go on’ was one of the most important attributes which helped the victims cope up with this tragedy, better.

Mr. Rockefeller’s quote “ Work became my positive distraction. A means to keep my negative thoughts out of that midget brain. Therapeutic. “

We live in testing and unpredictable times and as they say ‘Change’ is the only constant in our lives- both personally and professionally. Unfortunately, not all the ‘events’ happening around us are favorable or even predictable. Remember the wise saying – ‘What doesn’t kill us only makes us stronger’.

When the going gets tough, the tough gets going. I am sure all of us have our own ways of dealing with challenges and unpleasant incidents. I would love to hear back on how you or anyone whom you know dealt with such situations. What helped you or them maintain a positive attitude in those difficult periods.

Work and Stay positive.