There are a few steps to bettering yourself:
1. Knowing yourself;
2. Knowing your goal;
3. Knowing where you are at now compared to your goal;
4. Knowing what you need to achieve your goal; and
5. Moving to your goal.
I have realised over time, and particular during the holiday season, that many people have no idea about the special asterisk in steps three above: awareness of their surroundings. It is the key to not being an ass in life. You see a great example of this when shopping. People know they want the things on a list, acknowledge that is the goal, know where they are, how to get to the places they need to get to and go to them. They do not see beyond the pinprick circle of vision they have in front of them. They do not know that they are blocking the isle with their cart. They do not know that they are blocking traffic. Don't acknowledge the world around them.
It irks me because part of any journey to a destination is the journey itself. Sure the end goal is important but how you get there is as, if not more, important. Its how you made the decisions, the sweat, the learning and helping along the way. People can be so focused on the goal that they miss that and therefore miss the lessons along the way that can improve yourself.
When travelling with my spouse or on my own, I generally have an itinerary and try to stick to it. I also incorporate a little fudge factor. This is not to exclusively be ready for any difficulties that may arise but also to look around as I'm getting to the next place. To live in the moment and see what can be seen. Experience the wonderful world around me.
Therefore, the next time you are heading to your goal, try to be more aware of your surroundings. Not only will those around you be more appreciative as you go on your journey but you will also learn and experience more. You might just be suprised what you see.
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