Navigating Life with Vision: How a Clear Path Opens Up Endless Possibilities

Here’s the sobering reality: Only 4% of us feel that we are being guided by a meaningful vision. 

So . . . imagine for a moment that you are driving along a beautiful stretch of country road.

The tree-lined path gently winds as you catch glimpses of rural life against a backdrop of rolling hills, glistening lakes, and an infinite skyline that draws you forward. The top is down – the gentle wind awakens your spirit – and your favorite music soothes the soul.

Your mind is completely open – your view is abundant – as you find a special rhythm in your journey. Life feels wonderful – and the possibilities seem endless. All of a sudden you turn a corner and hit an unexpected patch of fog that brings visibility down to zero.

What do you do?  Every time I ask the question, I get the same answers:

• I slow down.
• I position my foot to brake fast.
• I turn my lights on.
• I grab the steering wheel with both hands.
• I lean forward to see better.
• I turn the radio off so I can hear better.
• I become hyper-focused on one thing – driving.

The same goes for our work lives. Without this ability to “see ourselves” into the future, we begin to hunker down – remain cautious – and our singular focus goes to “what can go wrong.”

A clear vision “opens us up” to the world and gives us a focus that allows us to cut through the “fog of busyness.” With one hand on the wheel, we relax, lean into the curves, and move toward the meaningful possibilities that we have “mapped” into our journey.