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In today’s fast-paced world, it’s easy to get swept up in the busyness of life; racing from event to event and losing sight of what is truly needs-satisfying for a content life. To stay grounded, I make intentional choices to slow down and connect with myself by deliberately prioritising activities that I love. These small, conscious actions like playing tennis each week, and enjoying a chocolate eclair on a Thursday morning before school with my son, help me assume balance and prevent sliding fully into the rat race of life.
Your reflection is such a refreshing reminder of the value of intentional living in a world that often prioritises speed over substance. It’s inspiring to see how you’ve carved out moments of joy and connection through both movements, like your weekly tennis sessions, and indulgence, like those Thursday chocolate éclairs with your son. It’s the little rituals like these that truly anchor us and infuse our lives with meaning.
Thinking about making intentional choices I’m reminded of the choices we make as we respond to our children or our partner, or in other highly valued relationships. I can pause and ask myself a question …
“Do I want to be right or connected?” Or, as Dr Glasser put it, “If I say or do this right now, will it bring us closer together or drive us further apart?”
Easy to understand. Not always easy to do! But so powerful.
Thank you for sharing this insightful perspective, Sue. Dr. Glasser’s teachings indeed remind us how intentional choices in our interactions can shape and nurture our most valued relationships. The question you pose—whether to prioritize being right or being connected—is such a powerful reflection, and it’s true that while the concept may seem simple, its practice often requires mindfulness and effort. We’re so grateful for your contribution to this ongoing discussion about choice and connection. Your words add depth and heart to this conversation!
In today’s fast-paced world, it’s easy to get swept up in the busyness of life; racing from event to event and losing sight of what is truly needs-satisfying for a content life. To stay grounded, I make intentional choices to slow down and connect with myself by deliberately prioritising activities that I love. These small, conscious actions like playing tennis each week, and enjoying a chocolate eclair on a Thursday morning before school with my son, help me assume balance and prevent sliding fully into the rat race of life.
Your reflection is such a refreshing reminder of the value of intentional living in a world that often prioritises speed over substance. It’s inspiring to see how you’ve carved out moments of joy and connection through both movements, like your weekly tennis sessions, and indulgence, like those Thursday chocolate éclairs with your son. It’s the little rituals like these that truly anchor us and infuse our lives with meaning.
Thinking about making intentional choices I’m reminded of the choices we make as we respond to our children or our partner, or in other highly valued relationships. I can pause and ask myself a question …
“Do I want to be right or connected?” Or, as Dr Glasser put it, “If I say or do this right now, will it bring us closer together or drive us further apart?”
Easy to understand. Not always easy to do! But so powerful.
Thank you for sharing this insightful perspective, Sue. Dr. Glasser’s teachings indeed remind us how intentional choices in our interactions can shape and nurture our most valued relationships. The question you pose—whether to prioritize being right or being connected—is such a powerful reflection, and it’s true that while the concept may seem simple, its practice often requires mindfulness and effort. We’re so grateful for your contribution to this ongoing discussion about choice and connection. Your words add depth and heart to this conversation!