Let's have a show of hands... who wants something to be different?

Maybe it's a new job. Maybe it's to be treated better in our current job. Maybe it's to finish this project we've been labouring through for the past six months.

Or maybe it's something more personal. A new car. A beer. For that pimple on the end of your nose to disappear before your first night out with the girls in months.

I've had an incredible couple of weeks since the community launched. One of my major concerns beforehand was ensuring we only attracted members who had already bought into an outcome-focused approach to L&D. After having chatted with several members, I've realised my fears were unfounded. Not only does each one "get it", but they also bring a fascinating mix of experience and perspective to the party.

But yet, even with all the positivity, I still catch myself "nexting". That annoying habit of wanting something to be different.

After having the idea, I wanted validation. Once we'd received validation, I wanted to launch. Once we'd launched, I wanted members. Once we had members, I wanted community conversations. Now the conversations are flowing, I want to run our practical workshops...

Without consciously realising it, I'm living in a permanent state of impatience.

But then, I catch myself and realise you can’t yank on a flower to make it grow faster. If you can be patient enough, things will happen as they should versus how you think they should.

So, where does this come from?

Taken from an excellent article I discovered a few years ago:

So, whatever you're longing for, take a moment and recognise this unhelpful dynamic.

Just sit tight, keep an open mind and thank your lucky stars you're right where you need to be.

Yours,
- Ant