Focus Point
Avoid The Summer Slump
In sports the slump can be a dry spell that starts with one
player and moves through the entire team affecting their level of success. The summer slump is something that affects not only
players in sports, but can affect us in our own personal life and business as
well. Robert Rohm said it well when he taught on this topic: "It usually
begins when we just don’t feel emotionally, mentally, or spiritually as well as
we would like. We find ourselves restless and empty, trying to find something
to fill that void that is inside of us. We may find ourselves looking
frantically to other people to help make us feel better. And yet, we know that
our own happiness and well-being does not lie in the hands of another person."
You may try to avoid or ignore the situation, but if you are
in the slump, you must first become aware so that you can build and overcome.
One thing to remember is that "tough times do not last, but tough people
do." If you are experiencing the summer slump there is no need to feel
ashamed, but rather focus on your most important vision and mission in life,
and put energy toward helping other people achieve their hopes, dreams, and
goals.
Below are a few points from Mr. Rohm as he continues.
1. Act As If. Act as if things are better,
doing this helps put your feet on the right path.
2. One Day At A Time. Focus on each day as it
comes, make the best of every situation and opportunity. You cannot change
yesterday nor are you promised tomorrow. Live today to its fullest, for today
is the first day of the rest of your life.
3. Trading Places. Even on your worst day,
there are millions of people in this world who would love to trade places with
you. No matter how tough it is, there is always someone who has it worse.
4. Easy Does It. When you are feeling down,
don't be to hard on yourself. Just know and remember whatever it is you need to
accomplish, keep trying and you will get better.
With all of the loud outer voices in the world demanding
your time and attention, remember to listen to your inner and most important
voice. Sometimes it just really helps to take a break from the normal routine,
sit back and refocus on the very most important things in your life. Take time
to consider the beauty and wonder of life, with all of the excitement,
laughter, and fun times. Remember how sweet the gift of life really is, that it
is short and comes with no guarantees.
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