I haven't forgot about this space. Far from it. I'm just settling into my new gig and trying to figure out new schedules. But I credit NTL for an enormous shift in my life; this space has really been useful in helping me create intention and sort through some of my "stuff", so I have full interest in keeping it going.....strong.
In that regard, how about a post about inspiring people? To me, being in the presence of doers is critical to my mental health. Personally, my husband is a constant inspiration. He fearlessly goes after the life he wants and is action driven. He says, "yes". I find friends who live intentionally and actively seek solutions to their problems, to be the ones I most enjoy spending time with.... Professionally, I have had the privilege to work for some brilliant leaders. Whether it's transference of energy or simple inspiration, I do my best work when I am under the leadership of someone who is connected to their mission and thinks big. I am most excited about my new opportunity because I believe in the person leading our group. I believe he can execute his vision and I am really motivated to be a part of it.
"Each person shines with his or her own light. No two flames are alike. There are big flames and little flames, flames of every color. Some people's flames are so still they don't even flicker in the wind, while others have wild flames that fill the air with sparks. Some foolish flames neither burn nor shed light, but others blaze with life so fiercely that you can't look at them without blinking, and if you approach you shine in the fire." - Eduardo Galeano.
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