As I close in on the end of my fourth year since selling my firm, I’ve spent some time thinking about how my life has changed. One of the biggest changes is the pace of life. Looking back, for as long as I can recall, my life was a sprint. There was never enough time to do the things that needed to be done.
If I’m being completely honest, I still have a long list of things I want to do, but I’m no longer in that constant state of panic. I know now that I can make decisions to increase or decrease my activity in ways that align with my energy and focus.
The pressure I felt running a business for decades, making sure all aspects were properly attended to, is gone. Worrying about the needs of family, employees, clients, and those with whom I came into contact created a nonstop pace bordering on frantic. Now, I choose where I focus my attention.
I truly appreciate the pace of my life. Being able to adjust my activities and attention to meet my needs is wonderful. There is clarity and peace in having the luxury of time, space, and an understanding of what I need.
How do you see it?
