We are busier than ever.
We have more activities, less time, more interruptions, less focus.
I don’t know how you feel, but with a business, three kids, a new dog, this blog, church, volunteering, speaking and everything else on my plate, I feel as though I’m always doing something and never have the time (or inclination) to stop.
But the reality is that I need to slow down every now and then, for my sanity and my health, if for no other reason.
So this post is a message to me as much as anyone else.
Darren, don’t just do something, sit there!
Turn off your gadgets.
Be still.
Breathe.
Stop.
Imagine.
Contemplate.
Look at the stars.
Listen for the still small voice of God.
Restore your spirit.
Recharge your batteries.
Refresh your perspective.
And do it regularly.
And then, when you’re ready, get back up and attack your goals with renewed energy and enthusiasm.
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April 16, 2015 at 9:14 pm
Ravi
Dear Darren,
I am from India , settled in UK.
I come across your website while searching for motivation.
I am please to find your blog. Very good reading.
I like your approach : Don’t Just Do Something, Sit There!
Looking forward to learn from you and your experience.
Take care.
Kind regards
Ravi
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April 16, 2015 at 9:30 pm
Darren Poke
Thanks Ravi, I appreciate your kind comments, have a great day! Darren
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April 17, 2015 at 6:58 am
suraj
i had paased my bcom in 2011 and its 2015,nothing move on… my life and carrer becomes stuck from 2011… i dont understand what to do… can u help me?
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April 17, 2015 at 7:52 pm
Darren Poke
I would suggest not relying on your degree, but keep learning, keep growing, keep working, keep networking and keep trying new things. Most of all, never give up.
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April 18, 2015 at 5:28 am
suraj
hello 3-5 yrs before i learn a exercise from myself that is to sit on a quiet place,close my eyes and let the mind wander or let whatever happens in the mind… after that i feel very clearity on my goals and for everything buf after some time i quit that for whatever reason… is that exercise connected to your article?
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April 18, 2015 at 10:19 pm
Graham Hunt
I think it is somewhat ironic that in this modern age where we have so many “time saving” devices the majority of us seem to have less time to do the things we really need to do than did previous generations. That is so, at least in part because we place much higher expectations on ourselves. Thank you for the timely reminder to take some time to smell the roses.
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April 18, 2015 at 10:22 pm
Darren Poke
Thanks Graham, very true
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April 19, 2015 at 5:49 am
suraj
why u dont reply on my question,darren sir? plz reply whatever u like
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