More, then Meaning, then Lifting Up
I often get pretty moved by things I read online. But rarely does something reach inside me and grab my heart and mind.
Anjali Leon’s article entitled Choosing Enough: From More to Meaning is one of those articles.
I responded to her post with this—
This mirrors my journey over the past 5+ years, Anjali Leon. But it gives it a name, Enoughness, that I very much appreciate.
And her reply was—
Bob Galen 🇺🇦 I see that in your work. You were one of the people who contributed to me having enough in 2020 - for which I am very grateful.
Was there a pivotal moment that initiated that journey for you Bob? What does enoughness look like for you?
I wanted to address her two questions here.
Was there a pivotal moment that initiated that journey for you, Bob?
I think so. In 2017, I had a stroke that disrupted my consulting practice, travel, and overall health. Quite frankly, it scared the hell out of me. It caused me to reflect, and at that time, I realized I was in a MORE state in my life.
I began to shift my focus and love Anjali’s term (Enoughness), which represents my ongoing life focus and goals since then.
What does Enoughness look like for you?
That question caused me to look more deeply inward.
I align with Anjali’s example of balancing professional growth & income with family & personal growth. I’ve certainly achieved a much better balance in my life since 2017.
But that said, I also think enoughness has another component for me, and it relates to my legacy.
Much of my enoughness today is focused on giving back to my agile community, inspired by a sense of privilege and lifting others.
That’s what drives my writing and public speaking. It is not professional or personal growth, but I desire to make a difference in the community, inspire others, and leave something positive behind.
The value and impact of that is up to the receivers to determine. But that I leave behind a positive legacy is another aspect of my enoughness.
Wrapping Up
Anjali, you inspire me. Thank you for being you.
I’d encourage everyone to read her article and consider their version of “Enoughness.” I found it worth exploring, and I hope you do, too.
Stay agile, my friends,
Bob.
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