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The Art of Focusing When You Have Many Interests

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December 26, 2011 - 2:22pm
In this fast-pace society of technological advances and ever-changing trends, we tend to think that we were made to do it all.  With a wealth of resources at our disposal to ignite our creative curiosity, it is not uncommon that we find ourselves in the midst of several endeavors at a moment’s notice.

And although being a cultured, well-rounded individual has its advantages, we must remember not to wear ourselves thin.  In life, everyone has one specific purpose; we were created to fulfill a generational legacy that will transcend all of our mere interests and hobbies.

“Take up one idea.  Make that one idea your life – think of it, dream of it, live on that one idea.  Let the brain, muscles, nerves, every part of your body, be full of that idea, and just leave every other idea alone.  This is the way to success, that is the way great spiritual giants are produced.” - Swami Vivekananda
 
Sometimes we must refocus ourselves to be sure our time and energy is going toward the right places.  What a shame it would be to become bombarded with menial tasks and overshadow your life’s purpose!

Take a moment to ponder how you would like to leave your mark in this world.  Then, analyze the steps that you are currently taking to achieve them, as well as, the hindrances in your life that might stagnate your progress.  

In the end, you may very well find that you can still pursue other interests, however, the key is ensuring that they are aligned with your ultimate destiny.

The feeling of knowing your purpose and fearlessly directing your attention to it is an indescribable bliss.  Don’t be blinded by the allure of being multi-faceted, Skillologists.

Purpose yourselves.

 

Comments

Spiegro
Spiegro20 weeks 2 days ago

Wow. Just, wow. Sharing

Wow. Just, wow. Sharing this... Wonderful post. Where's the plus button? I need to mash it multiple times.
Csturdi
Csturdi20 weeks 1 day ago

Thanks so much!! You could

Thanks so much!! You could also "Mash" the Facebook "Like" Button :)
NeColeB74
NeColeB7420 weeks 1 day ago

THANK YOU, Csturdi. THIS IS

THANK YOU, Csturdi. THIS IS PUTTING SOME ASPECTS OF MY LIFE IN PROSPECTIVE. THANK YOU! TAKING ONE IDEA AND FOCUSING ON IT ALONE WOW HIT HOME FOR ME!
Csturdi
Csturdi16 weeks 5 days ago

No problem & Good Luck with

No problem & Good Luck with your journey... Keeps us posted on how it goes!!
drskillzz
drskillzz12 weeks 5 days ago

This speaks to the main

This speaks to the main character trait that seemingly defines what it means to be a Skillologist. We seem to be creative and artful jack of all trades, though perhaps masters of none. I think this is why starting a business/entrepreneurship suits us so well. It's the only outlet it seems that sustains our multi-faceted nature, while giving us something sufficiently challenging to focus on.. a situation not often found in corporate/traditional 9-to-5 settings.