(Some) Lessons from 2020

One cannot thrive through times of VUCA (volatility, uncertainty, complexity, ambiguity) without consistent truth spoken into him/her.

Necessity, is indeed, the mother of invention. Overcoming toughness through creativity and grit is resiliency. Most have it, some won’t and don’t.

Don’t write “What does a 100% virtual Chamber look like?” on your vision board for the new year (2019 to 2020- yes, this is a true story!)….or do. We are much better for it, regardless of the toil.

Surround yourself with inspiring beings.

Leadership means making decisions and trudging ahead without knowing all the answers.

Life is so much sweeter when you are in the place to serve, rather than to be served. Coming alongside of those in crisis is a most honorable place to be.

Some pain and heartbreak is better to be experienced and endured between you, those who love you most and God.

You have the ability to be a source of stability, encouragement and hope.

All businesses are essential.

Your privilege and position is needed to create more and better opportunity for those around you. Don’t take this for granted. You don’t need to march or chant in the streets to impact change, however, marching and chanting will impact your heart deeply.

Where there is a will, there is a way. Relationships are intentional. Technology is an amazing substitute (thankful!), although, it will never replace face-to-face connections….or handshakes, or hugs.

Security and safety, although cherished, isn’t the most important.

Pandemics force people into nature – this is very good. Walks, hikes, pickle ball, kayaking, diy projects, neighbor check-ins…all very good.

The most simple moments of life are the most meaningful. Time is truly your greatest, most precious asset.

Dying-to-self is a daily struggle.

Moving your body will change your mind, heart and has the potential to nourish your soul.

Hindsight is 2019 (not 2020, like popular opinion *wink* ). Disruption is mostly good. The wise will embrace it and put one foot in front of the other.

We’ve all been in the same storm, but very different boats. Be empathetic and kind.

Hope is only found in the Lord, Abba Father; things eternal. Not in a leader, an elected official, nor another date on the calendar, good intention, a new goal or ritual.

Learning and growing with you. Happy New Year, friends.