Sitting on the Sidelines
You might have noticed, or more than likely didn’t notice, that I have been hiding on the sidelines. I think in a way, I was just trying to avoid the hard decision to keep moving forward. I have been very sideline oriented lately, and I believe part of that is due to a general lack of motivation. But as I continue thinking and typing, I believe there is a deeper reason I have not written in over 3 months. It is the despicable “F” word…yes the “F” word…
FEAR!
Fear of failure, fear of what people will think, and it just keeps going. I normally do a lot of talking, dreaming, etc and like many people, a lack of follow through. So with my lack of follow through, I have realized I allow a fear of failing others, to cause a paralysis within me that chains me to inaction and apathy. I sometimes pass the blame to others, saying if only so and so would have encouraged me or told me this or that, I would have followed through. But that thinking just passes the blame so I won’t hold myself responsible for my inaction. So what should I do to change that?
I don’t have all the answers, but I know that the first step to leave the sidelines and join the game is get off your butt. Quit sitting there waiting for the coach to call on you. He won’t see you sitting on the far side of the bench. Position yourself closer to the coach by getting off your butt and moving. So this post is more about me getting off my butt and repositioning myself.
So when we realize we are sitting on the sidelines, may we get off our butts and move…
