Grabbing the Metaphorical Bull By Its Horns

I feel fortunate enough to have spent a wonderful weekend with an amazing group of Massage Therapists.  During this weekend I was presented with an amazing opportunity. 

Accepting seemed like a no brainer. 

Declining seemed more than idiotic.  But in the back of my head all I kept hearing was 

"More Responsibility." Yikes. 

Was that really what I wanted? 

I am a mother. I'm a wife. I'm a business owner, not to mention my only employee. In addition, I work for another company, volunteer at a local elementary school, volunteer my time at community events, clean my home, and on top of all of that....maintain my sanity. 

How can I possibly volunteer more of my time on a board committee? 

For me the answer is easy. 

I just buck up and face each challenge head on. But I also recognize when a challenge turns into a road block. I accept what's been earned and reject what won't better me as a human.  

In other words....I recognize my limits and respect them. Besides, why run from something, if it's not all that scary?

I learned something this last weekend. Something important. Something I already knew.  One simple word. 

Breathe. 

Breathing helps calm the nerves, settle emotions, and maintain a more logical thought process, among other things, such as provide vital life support. 

And in my case, it helps me manage stress. So when asked to take on yet another position, I took a deep breath and considered what taking it or denying it would mean. I weighed out my options, took another deep breath and made my decision. 

I chose to match responsibility with reason, confidence, and will. 

I take it head on, and I make sure I remember what matters most. 

Regina Brett once stated, "No matter how you feel, get up, dress up, and show up."

Just remember, first, to breathe.