Birds-eye View

The brain uses about 20% of the body’s total oxygen and calorie intake.

Did your mind just make an assumption based on this statement? Maybe you thought, “Wow, that’s a lot!” Or maybe you said to yourself “Only 20%?” Maybe somewhere in between?

At the end of the day, the statement is not up for debate; it is a fact. Yet based on our perspective, it can mean vastly different things.

In the same way, our perspective can change how we view and react to certain situations.

I found that zooming out is very beneficial when I get stressed. For example, when I am extremely busy at work, it can feel like an unbearable weight on my shoulders.

This is because I get tunnel vision. All I am seeing and hearing and doing is work, so that is what my mind is focused on. The constant pressures and duties continue to build and grow on each other exponentially.

However, when I am able to step out of my tunnel vision and take a birds-eye view, my perspective changes. I can see that work isn’t the end-all be-all. I realize that in the grand scheme of things, this stressful moment or series of moments isn’t important. And why should I stress over something that isn’t important?

This is far easier said than done, but the importance of taking a step back and changing your lens cannot be understated.

If you’re having a bad day, remember that it’s only one in thousands. If you’re caught up on a past mistake, remember that it’s likely long forgotten. If you’re questioning a decision or spending energy on something, ask yourself, “Is this even important in the big picture?”

This week, I challenge you to be more aware of the different perspectives you take. The wrong ones promote stress and hopelessness while the right ones lead to fulfillment and hope.

I’m glad to be back after a week of being sick. I hope this message resonates with you.

Keep making progress. Change for the better. Live the Heming-way.

Til next time,

Trevor