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this is an excellent reading for me on this particular day because i am about to drive sixty miles through winter weather to be part of an ad-hoc committee examining a very contentious issue. i am sitting here trying to figure out why in the world i ever agreed to be part of this committee and what can i possibly add. so i feel that i am already under a bit of duress and i do not do well in stressful situations.
that being said, i really need to be careful about what i say and attempt to be a team player rather than one of those who must be heard regardless of the cost. and perhaps a brief spot inventory is called for right now.
what is it that i hope to accomplish? being part of the process that will define an annual event for years to come.
how can i help? let go of my personality, take a bit of direction and submit my will to that of my HIGHER POWER as expressed in the group conscience.
am i looking for recognition, reward or other compensation from those i will be serving? ahhhhh, the really tricky part,. it seems most of the time i am seeking at least a pat on the back for my efforts and i will have to be careful to diminish this character defect in my service today.
will my efforts help the addict who still suffers? only in that our efforts today will allow the annual event to continue long past my stint in service.
so some clarity, some honesty and a bit of humility and i am ready to roll.
service work here i come!
∞ DT ∞