Opportunity rarely presents itself as a straight line to happiness.
It’s not just how we see the world. It’s how we think about ourselves that can blur possibilities.
Worrying what other people care about definitely clouds our vision.
So does sticking to only what we know. But you can change that. First, reset what opportunity means. In plain terms, it’s a chance to make a difference for yourself and/or for someone else.
Here are three ways to check if you’re in opportunity mode or not.
Say something new comes along in your life.
Do any of these immediate reactions sound like you?
* 'I can’t deal with that right now.'
* 'How do I get out of this?'
* 'It can’t be good.'
* 'Now what?'
Maybe you have too much on your plate, or you’re going through a rough patch, making change seem untenable. But if this is your typical response, your ability to see opportunity is diminished.
What’s your attitude toward accepting things as they are?
Do you generally say to yourself stuffs like 'Could be better, but could be worse. I can handle it. I don’t like to rock the boat.'
These thoughts indicate that you’re probably not looking for opportunity.
Do you think luck is only for the lucky?
Luck comes from being flexible. From considering the impossible possible. Luck comes from putting yourself out there and from being prepared.
First, you need an open mind. We humans are quick to judge, so this takes practice.
The few following techniques might be helpful.
* Drop your biases. It can be refreshing to release a concept you long ago locked in a box as wrong or beneath you.
* If you feel judged, you’ll think and act according to someone else’s rules.
* Be a learner, not an expert. There is no right or wrong in possibility, only wonder.
* Listen more than you talk. You’ll discover dots you didn’t know existed.
Digging into a topic creates new ideas and improves perseverance.
Here’s how to activate your curiosity:
* Ask more questions.
* Pay attention to something you’ve ignored.
* Try something new. You’re a blank slate ready to absorb and question and learn.
Courtesy: advice.shinetext.com
