Distractions
My real thought today is about distractions. Recently out of
necessity I bought a new smartphone. I was perfectly happy with a landline and
my ancient cellphone, but my kids and my clients live in the age of smartphones
and instant communication. So just like Clint said, “You improvise. You adapt. You
Overcome.”
So while I do enjoy technology and the many convinces it
gives us. With those convinces it can put out many distractions. I noticed this
morning while enjoying my morning cup of coffee on the porch, my phone kept
buzzing every few seconds announcing every email and notice headed my way. While
mail and news can be important, 99% of the time these things can be looked at a
set time, not instantly.
I suppose my rant today, if anything is, let’s get back to
planning our days more carefully. Remembering we are not machines that can be
adjusted on a dime. I realize things come up that take your minds off what’s
happening at the moment. But as technology offers a great many convinces don’t
let it distract you from the moment at hand.
Being present and in the moment creates quality work, that’s
a whole lot better than the work strung out with too many distractions. While I
may write with few set plans in place, my whole focus is on what I’m doing. It’s
that in of itself that creates better quality, attention, and satisfaction with
the work.
Comments
Post a Comment