Jay Thomson
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Planning
Following my plan for today made me realize a few things that should be discussed in this group. The first thing is a profound dislike of the term disabilities. It will always be more helpful to look for ways in which we can function than for the ways we can’t. Disabilities are government sanctioned labels to fit us into categories and excuse us for not doing. This does not mean we do not have limitations but every single human being has those and they are an individual thing. It also does not mean we should not be empathetic toward people with difficulties that we do not have. Marked parking spots are thoughtful and helpful but most programs that promote money as a solution to problems are not. In many cases we are throwing money at problems that are not fundamentally financial and doing far more harm than good. These “helps” steal our dreams and cause us to settle for less from ourselves because they are given with strings of non-productivity attached.
By Jay Thomson4 years ago in Motivation
Just Another Obstacle
Today I am taking stock of my assets. Like yesterday I find that the way I see them involves a choice. Let’s go through this together. My assets today are temporary but I am thankful for what I have. I desire to maximize their use to make the most out my future.
By Jay Thomson4 years ago in Motivation
The Restoration Zone
Today, as was the case yesterday, I woke up with a choice. I could deal with my past in numerous ways. I could glory in past accomplishments, regret past failures, spend time in the “if only” graveyard or cull the history for the lessons learned and realize that most of the time spent in the past would be wasted time. I have a future. I could keep the wisdom gained but let go of the rest, plan and do what I am capable of today. Accomplishments are only good if they become assets that can be used in the future.
By Jay Thomson4 years ago in Motivation
