POEM: Living Positively

I'm forever grateful
because it's too much work to be hateful
it's actually distasteful to be disagreeable
but regrettably, many of us are that way
it may be the things we say
or just the way we deal with each other
forgetting that for our brothers
we are the keepers
and as the challenges become steeper
we are supposed to be sweeter
we are to show love and compassion
because this type of behavior
shouldn't be a passing fashion
our actions should always be loving
filled with positive energy and endearing
not just going off what we are hearing or fearing
but based on facts and delivered with tact
We have to challenge ourselves to improve
because it behooves us to do the right thing
our conscience should be our guide 
with a positive image on the inside and outside
reciprocate positively to each other
and give openly to your sisters and brothers
We all have a life to lead
and a legacy to leave on this earth
so even if you had a rough time from your birth
don't let your legacy be negative
put forth good energy and continue to live positively

© Ribbon

Leadership - Things to Think About

Being exposed to different experiences gives us the opportunity to interact with different people, learn about ourselves and use our talents in new ways. I enjoy a challenge when it comes to a task; however, the people element is always the most ticklish. I have been to a recent training about leadership which gave some insight on group dynamics and group roles. I actually prefer to work solo because I can hold me accountable. Working in groups is challenging because everyone does not carry out their tasks. People tend to criticize and complain, but offer no help. Some persons are there just for the show.

When you are put to lead, you become the person who has to make the decisions and of course, have all the answers. Everyone demands to be heard, and expects the leader to make it all work, despite the challenges. When things go wrong, this gets tenser and can lead to conflict. All conflict is not bad because it can stimulate new thinking and needed change. This thought continues to run in my mind: “If someone volunteers to assist in a group, can you ask them to leave the group?”

If you are chosen, thrown into or you ask for leadership, be ready to push, make decisions and take the criticism. Use the resources that you have to make things comes together, including family and friends. Be sure to show appreciation to those who assist in any way. Please don’t dwell on the mishaps. Learn from them and use them to improve. It’s okay to feel bad or a little down if all does not go well. Bounce back and come stronger. Don’t hesitate to pause, reset and try again.