In Others’ Words: Never Walk Back

 

Progress is not about how fast you are going, but it is most definitely about forward motion.

We almost always equate progress with success — although sometimes that is debatable — and sometimes we also believe success has to happen quickly. Hence, the term “overnight success,” which is an oxymoron in itself. 

I’ve achieved some successes in my life and I’ll tell you this: most of them took quite a bit longer to occur than I’d expected. I certainly wasn’t an overnight success as an author. Some people would say I’m still not a huge success, although I’ve achieved some of my goals, even as I’m setting my sights on some new ones. I’m happily married, although “happily married” doesn’t mean “never had to work through issues”. Like the sign posted in our bedroom says: The first fifty years of marriage are the hardest. My husband and I have a few years to go until  our Golden Anniversary — but we’re focused on the years ahead instead of the ones behind us.

All this to say, I’m in agreement with Abraham Lincoln. Slow and steady — and not looking back — works best for me. I’m less likely to trip and fall on my face. And I’m more likely to see the opportunities waiting for me.

In Your Words: What’s your take on forward motion? Does slow and steady work for you or do you you prefer a faster pace? And do you see and advantage in going back?

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