Greetings! I recently heard a lecture
about making mindful choices. The professor mentioned a practice she uses. She
called it making a Victory List. She acknowledged others may not agree on what
she called a victory. She noted that was the point, making a list of what
an individual thinks are victories in her/his life, be they grand or miniscule.
I jotted the concept down in my notes as
I listened. For a number of days I mused over items to include on my Victory
List while out running. As I have mentioned previously, I find running to be a
great way to think clearly and to reflect. Once I had a mental collection of
personal victories I finally got around to compiling the list, which consists
of words or phrases. The list contains professional and personal items, and of
course it includes The Streak.
At present, so many incredible things
are happening for me personally and professionally and I am mindful of the
journey to where I am today is one filled with champions, heroes and odd twists
of fate. I added names next to some of the victories and have since written
letters to let those folks know how much they are appreciated in my life.
Making the Victory List was a grand
process. I realized I’ve been fortunate to be involved in many interesting
things linked to culture, politics, religion, education and fitness. Some were
much grander than others. As I reflected, I took note that I’m not
the King of the Road, but I am in the road. I’ve spent my life trying to
make things happen. On the road I’m not passed often and I know sooner or
later I'll make it to the finish line. I count the middle of the pack victories
as a sight better than not being in the road at all or sitting around watching the
action on TV. Sure, there have been some setbacks, but nothing compares to
living life rather than life happening to you.
One and all I am deeply grateful for the
victories in my life.
Get in the Road. Run!
Tom
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