I remember the days when I was young and fit and played competitive sport. It seems like such a long time ago now.
There were times when I was stuck on the bench and didn’t get the chance that I thought I deserved to play.
I was itching to get out there.
I kept trying to get the coach’s attention.
I kept training hard.
But there were times it was all to no avail.
Thankfully, life isn’t like that.
Whether you participate in the wonderful adventure in front of you isn’t dependent on a coach, boss or parent.
It’s your decision.
You can sit on the sidelines waiting to be chosen, but you’ll be waiting for a long time.
Get off the bench.
Don’t just cheer others on, or criticise from the stands.
Get in the game.
Take a risk.
Live.
Breathe.
Not next year.
Not tomorrow.
Today.
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December 14, 2017 at 1:00 am
Cody Hutchin
Another reality is that, ultimately, we really don’t control the amount of our portion, but we can control how we treat that portion.
As an athlete I may not be able to control the amount of playing time I “deserve”… but I can control my work ethic in practice, my encouragement towards the teammates who are playing, and how I can serve the team in other ways.
As an employee I may not be able to control the raise/title I “deserve”… but I can control how many calls I make, lending a helping hand to coworkers in need, picking up the piece of trash on the floor.
John Maxwell says it best: “Leadership is a choice you make, not a place you sit.”
Love your blog and read it every morning. Thank you for sharing your insights!
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December 14, 2017 at 8:51 am
Darren Poke
Thanks Cody, love your insights
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