My focus(es)
A picture of Carie and I with my grandparents in Richmond, Indiana – 3/30/2008
I think, when it comes to my job, I enjoy two things more than anything else in the world. I tell you this because it’s important for you to keep me accountable in case I start doing tons of other things outside of these two things. You see, I’m big on focus, and I’m really working at it in my own life.
Those two things are conversating with a person one on one and teaching.
I absolutely love doing these two things. Very occasionally I love to think of creative things as well, but I can do that inside of my teaching role, so that usually covers that need.
For me, my entire day could consist of talking and admonishing and listening to someone over coffee (or some sweet drink for me because I can’t take the taste of Coffee) and then (or first) shutting myself into my office to prepare for what I’ll be teaching to our church either this Sunday or those to follow.
Sometimes I’ll be in my office so much and I’ll realize that I haven’t talked to anyone in a given week and I’ll feel so empty, and then sometimes I’ll be out and about feeling relational and talkative and I realize I haven’t prepared like I should, and I feel foolish.
So I think I need both in my life. And so I’e worked hard on focusing on these two things.
What are you focusing on in your work or life?
Until next time…
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Similar to you, I think I’m focusing on:
1. Focusing on the important things
2. Balancing my time with those important things
Trying to strike that balance in the priorities of life is difficult. Work, relationships, family, church, etc. It’s never easy!
One big focus for me right now is leading my home in a biblical manner, particularly in spiritual areas (having a formal family worship/bible study time, etc.)
Thanks.
Thats great Bob! I’ll be praying for you as you focus on these things. How’s your family doing? Are you living in Worcester still?