A mantra is a sound, syllable, word, or group of words that is considered capable of "creating transformation".
Every Monday I will post a new thought, idea, or focus for the week. When you need a breather from life, when you need a little inspiration, or when you're about to jump over the conference table and strangle your co-worker, remember the mantra.
Monday Mantra: Sometimes you're the windshield, sometimes you're the bug - Mary Chapin Carpenter
When I'm having a rough day at work, or in general, I like to tell myself life-affirming things. Little pick-me-ups and reminders so I don't punch anyone in the face and end up in jail. For instance:
When it's been a week from hell and everything you did was wrong:
- "At least I can put 'flosses like a boss' on my resume."
When you've had to recreate the same PowerPoint deck 473 times because 20 different people have to weigh in and not a single one of them can make up their minds:
- "I live in a state rampant with tiny scorpion demons. If I can handle that, I can handle anything!"
When you're stuck on a conference call during your lunch break with someone who continually interrupts you:
- "Tacos never act this way. Tacos listen."
When your East coast business partner schedules a call that starts at 5am your time:
- "Yawn-talking is a marketable skill, right?" *immediately edits LinkedIn profile*
In case you, too, find yourself needing a time out to avoid potential future incarceration, please feel free to edit the above options as needed to suit your particular situation.
Have a great week, friends!
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