Have you ever had one of those moments where you ask yourself – “What exactly am I doing in my profession, personal life, etc?”
For some, it can be as dramatic as when Jerry Maguire torpedoed his career by sending out the “memo”. If you don’t know what I am talking about you absolutely need to rent the movie.
For others, it might be as subtle as dinner conversation with your wife where you wonder aloud, “Am I on the right path?”
It’s called doubt. It happens to absolutely everyone, and it’s normal.
The question isn’t whether or not you will have doubt. The question is how will you respond to that doubt?
Your ability to effectively deal with inevitable doubt in your life has everything to do with your anchor.
Your anchor is a set of fundamental beliefs upon which you build your life. It is also referred to as your purpose.
This stronger this foundation, the easier it is for you to deal with the ups and downs that you will face throughout your life, both personally and professionally.
Most people don’t take the time to clearly define their foundation and as a result, their disposition is heavily influenced by their daily circumstances.
As you consider your “anchor” I would advise that you base it on fundamental truths and not material possessions or positions of status that can disappear at any moment.
Ask yourself, if I were about to face a storm, would my anchor steady the ship?