Mindset

You know it's amazing when you look at another, you often have clarity and can easily imagine that person doing many things in life. I have quite a few friends who I see in a very clear and exacting light. I see many possibilities in them. Then, when I turn inwards and try to get the same read on myself, the clarity often turns into something else... something more limiting ... like standing in a very narrow room, with three foot concrete walls on either side. Yes, you are clear on what's in the room, but no idea what's outside.

I, like many people, am stuck in my own mindset. And that's not necessarily a bad thing. One needs to go through the ups an downs of life with confidence and conviction - you need to be firm on who you are. And besides, if you're happy and content - why the hell change it? But there are times in life when you need to be able to see beyond yourself, outside your experiences and those thick walls, into the unknown and darkness ... There are times when you need to go beyond your mindset, and see yourself in a different light.

Over the last couple of months, since arriving back home, I've been staring at my walls again - wondering if I should take a jackhammer and see what's beyond - one more time. The last time I cracked open a wall, I ended up in Taiwan & Estonia - in a spanking new career no less. And, as a nice surprise upon returning, I find myself living in a much larger room. It's funny though, the walls are just as thick.

The alternative for me, is to live in this room for now, and enjoy the added space. If things become cramped once again, I will get out the ol' jackhammer and make some noise!

[Yes, I know jackhammers are used for floors, not walls - it's symbolism people - s y m b o l i s m.]