From
the Bottom of the Bucket
From Ga-Ga to Go-Go
Those who have been following this blog for the past two years will recognize this painting (done for me by Ms. Cynthia Hobbs). It was my attempt to illustrate my "System" in one conceptual picture. It is my set of Domains, and Vigor activities that fuel my chosen Roles. They are the source of Energy that invigorates me to execute my Activity goals I set each quarter. The concept is that as you act in these Vigor activites to transfer the vitality they contain into usable strength (Vigor), just as the warmth melts the snow and forms rushing streams. As these tributaries converge they create a current of momentum that pour over into your daily activities that equips you for the best possible outcome.
First, it is not my goal to "brag" about my adherence to my System. My sole purpose is to present a real life (mine) example of how this works. I just finished my activity review and I was happy to see that I completed most of the Activities I set in June.
Under Nature, I completed a four day backpacking trip with three buddies. Plenty of fresh air, exercise, and camaraderie. Live music around the campfire was a bonus!! I also led several Tai-Chi sessions.
In the category of Hobbies, I read three books and attended five concerts ranging from Texas Swing, to PsychoBilly Rock, to the one of a kind Lady Ga Ga. I also started Call of Duty on the Xbox.
Under Health, I was only short four workouts (against a goal of sixty) and added Pilates to my regimen. In the area Doings, my wife and I had eleven dates (out) and six hours a week on "binge" watching television series (our favorite was The Crown). I also had weekly get togethers with my buddies, at our local watering hole , to watch games.
The point of all this is that living a balanced life is not as abstract as it seems. It takes Energy to live each day with engagement. If you don't plan and track efforts to include your Vigor activities each week, the odds are that your efforts to fill your Roles will come up short and you will be discouraged. All it takes is an extra bit of effort to write things down. Is it worth it to you?
Until next month, I wish you fulfillment.
Bob
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