When We Lose Vision How do We Get it Back?
Helen Keller is quoted as saying, “The only thing worse than being blind is having sight, but no vision.” Only months before her second birthday Helen became blind and deaf as the result of sickness. However, she defied the odds and became a popular author and lecturer. Although she lacked sight and hearing, she had a clear vision for her life.
It is easy to lose our vision for the future when we plod through life trying to make a buck and meet the needs of those around us. Life can become drudgery, predictable and inward focused. Unlike Helen Keller, we might decide to play it safe and live an apathetic life. While it may not be possible for some to regain sight, with effort, everyone can regain vision and hope for the future.
If you lose your vision for your life or your organization find it again by asking yourself questions like these:
Helen Keller is quoted as saying, “The only thing worse than being blind is having sight, but no vision.” Only months before her second birthday Helen became blind and deaf as the result of sickness. However, she defied the odds and became a popular author and lecturer. Although she lacked sight and hearing, she had a clear vision for her life.
It is easy to lose our vision for the future when we plod through life trying to make a buck and meet the needs of those around us. Life can become drudgery, predictable and inward focused. Unlike Helen Keller, we might decide to play it safe and live an apathetic life. While it may not be possible for some to regain sight, with effort, everyone can regain vision and hope for the future.
If you lose your vision for your life or your organization find it again by asking yourself questions like these:
- What is the greatest benefit that I can offer others?
- If money were no object what would I like most to do in life?
- Is there something that must be done that I don't see anyone doing?
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