Grass isnt always greener

Scott Schwab
In many of our minds we look for, perhaps the easiest way to reach a goal. I have found in life that the fastest way or easiest is not the best. It is known to most of us as a simple saying; The grass isn't always greener on the other side. Many of us look for this our entire lives and their is something to be said about simply being happy with who we are, how we look, and where we come from. Being an individual is a wonderful and deserving journey. There is much learning that takes place along the way, and if we are always looking for that green plot of land on the other side of the fence, we will miss opportunity and life will pass you by. My suggestion is an honest evaluation of yourself. It is best if you use, what is known in the business world as a 360 evaluation. In essence it is to take an honest and possibly brutal look at yourself. Rather than giving the benefit of the doubt and creating excuses, just face the facts. Then take a co-worker, a friend, and a family member; all of which will give you an honest and candid opinion of who you are. At this point you can set realistic goals and expectations for yourself. In this way you will also be able to hold yourself accountable and be completely responsible for what you do. I have found that by doing this periodically, it helps to dust off the cob webs, and clean up the perception that we are doing just fine. In reality you are doing just fine. However, growth usually comes at the risk of comfort. Many times we are more satisfied with comfort than we are at progression. When tempted to find the easier and faster way, remember the saying the grass is not always greener on the other side.