"I don't go where the puck is,
I go to where the puck is going."
– Wayne Gretzky
forge - definition
to form by heating or hammering.
to form or make, especially by concentrated effort.
These are difficult times. What makes it so challenging is not knowing how long the pandemic will last or what life will look like on the other side. Some things will eventually get back to normal but in many areas in life, there will be a 'new normal'.
How are you positioning yourself for the future? Even with the limitations of needing to stay home and having less access to some things, you have options.
Stephen Covey's #1 habit in the 7 Habits of Highly Effective People is Be Proactive. Simply stated, be the kind of person who takes initiative, who makes things happen.
1. Pivot
For many of you, you will not only need to adapt your business, career, or lifestyle, you will need to pivot. You will need to fundamentally change the way you operate.
During this time at home, I am working on transitioning much of my training online. I firmly believe this will set my business up to be stronger than ever.
Think about how your industry or environment will be different when this is over. What can you do now to set yourself up for success in the new reality? How can you leverage your talent, experience, and skills for an even better future?
2. Get Lean
Because of the current situation, I have been able to see how much excess I have in my life. I see items cluttering the house that I will never need or use. As I seek to reduce expenses, I see how many subscriptions I signed up for that I have long forgotten about but are still paying for. I am more aware of how many unnecessary trips I used to take to the grocery store.
What can you do now to simplify your life?
3. Dig Deep
Hold on to what is solid in your life. As a Christian, this season has made me more dependent on God. Continue healthy habits. Don't abandon your personal values. Stay connected to family and friends who strengthen you and give you joy.
You will get through this. The key question is:
How will you come out of this when it's over?
Take the actions today to position yourself to be better because of it.
"We must embrace adversity
and burn it as fuel for our journey."
– Kenji Miyazawa