Rubber Bands

Rubber bands are small items that can make a big impact.  They can hold things together or control something that may be out of order.  Sometimes they are used to keep hair out of your eyes or off of your neck.  In other words, the rubber band can clear your vision or help you keep your cool.  What are the symbolic rubber bands that you use on a regular basis?  What helps you clear the clutter from your path as you pursue your goals?  How do you maintain a calm demeanor in the midst of conflict? One of the benefits of rubber bands is that they are elastic.  They have flexibility and can be stretched to fit different shapes.  Similarly, your figurative bands should be able to adapt to meet your needs.   Some common ones that may help you are bite, attitude, nap, and definition.

Bite - As a child, you may have been told not to bite off more than you could chew.  This is still good advice.  Your vision (desire) is sharper when you divide it into smaller, manageable segments.  You are also less likely to become overwhelmed and display frustration when you divide the plan into reasonable bites (tasks).

Attitude - You control your response or reaction to any situation.  If you see the glass as half full, you can focus on how to fill the second half.  When you see it as half empty, you may become stressed trying to figure out how to maintain the level and not lose what you have.  A positive attitude will be one of the keys to your success.  Try to think in terms of possibilities and not limitations. 

Nap - You may not be able to actually take a nap when you lose sight of the finish line or get upset about something.  The point of the nap being referenced here is not to go to sleep.  It is to remind you that sometimes it is wise to step back and take a break.  You can recharge and get a fresh perspective when you have time away from an issue.

Definition - Most words have multiple definitions.  Rarely is there only one way to look at something.  Explore the different meanings that can be used to describe your interactions and experiences.  Once you understand what is really being said or done, you can plan how to make it work to your advantage.

Leave a comment and share which band might benefit you most this week.