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I love it. Each individual is a unique sinthesis.

Posted by felix gerena at December 22, 2004 1:48 PM

Here's my not so subtle suggestion for a New Years resolution. It is directed at IT porfessionals but is equally relevant to us all.

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~ Will

Posted by Will Mechem at December 22, 2004 7:52 PM

Heh. "Nobody... exceptional" is one of the best things I've heard you say for a while, Tom.

Ummm.... that's your line, right? (I'm assuming you're not quoting anybody) Do you mind me asking where it first appeared?

I read "Re-imagine" (3 times) earlier this year, and "In Search of Excellence" a while back... but I don't recall reading the line before...

Posted by hugh macleod at December 22, 2004 8:50 PM

Here's an exercise to evaluate if you really are pursuing an exceptional life:

Write down a list of things that bring you "life." What charges you up? About what are you passionate? What brings you joy?

Now write down a list of things that bring you "death." What situations or tasks bring are painful for you? What do you disdain?

Make a list of how you pursue what brings you life. Make a list of how you avoid death.

Compare the last two lists and you will probably recognize whether you are pursuing life or just avoiding death. This was an eye-opener for me.

Posted by Dustin at December 23, 2004 1:16 PM

Dustin, that thought-provoking exercise was a great gift to start the year. I found myself contemplating another list--the things that drain life energy--or, as you say, that bring you death--and that I actually pursue based on all of those "should" messages re various life roles. I am going to use this start of a new year to shed the shoulds. Thank you!

Posted by Dr. Pam Brill at January 1, 2005 8:17 PM