Word of the Week #238:
One of the most important things we need to learn is pace.
There are times to slow down and take every step with precise measurement, and there are times to leap and bound towards the goal.
I feel like I have gotten good at doing either when it is obvious which of the two is required in any given situation.
You know what are the things that—in my opinion—are the most helpful.
First, of course, is composure. As hurried as you are, it is vital to keep a level head on your shoulder. Even as the clock is winding down and the buzzer is about to sound, if you use all the time you have in the right direction, more often than not, you will handle things.
So, how do you stay calm and composed in crunch time?
Preparation.
If you know what to do, how, when, and how much time it normally takes, actually doing it becomes a lot easier.
So, composure and preparation…
What else do we need?
I’ll tell you what I do have: Confidence.
If I start writing a blog post at 11:41 PM and it is due at 12:00 AM, I know I can get it done WITH TIME TO SPARE?
Why do I know that?
Because I have done that in the past, and I will do it again.
What can I say… I’m just that good.
Now, is that bragging? Some might say so, often with a whiny but cute drawl.
But me?
I have confidence in sunshine,
—Sound of Music (1965)
I have confidence in rain.
I have confidence that spring will come again!
Besides what you see I have confidence in me.
