How could Opportunities be insurmountable?
Frankly I don’t believe problems and issues are ever insurmountable…but there you have it – if a word like insurmountable exists – it’s because people use it – so while I’d personally like to have it stricken from the human language experience…I don’t think…whoops…I just got caught in the insurmountable trap…see??
It’s an easy trap to fall into – in fact, although I haven’t done any serious statistical testing – I’d bet that it’s just as easy to infect a group with depressing; downbeat and pessimistic force – The Darkside for those Star Wars fans like myself – as it is to pump them up with positive energy and power – The Force….
You have all seen it – I’m sure. History is full of examples. The shift in perception; the dangerous skew towards harmful behavior; the sudden mood swing of the group – I think you get it.
On the other hand – I know you have seen the opposite. The ability of positive energy and up-beat evangelism to alter negative group think and to change outcomes by the sheer will power of an activist group focused on changing the world – or at least the small portion of the world they represent.
So why then are Opportunities often viewed as Insurmountable?
Listen:
“We have been taught to believe that negative equals realistic and positive equals unrealistic.” Susan Jeffers
Now you know.
As long as we have our wires crossed and mix up the basic physics of getting things done; moving forward; changing the status quo…you get the point…we will be afraid of opportunities…
The solution is clear – align our language – Positive only means moving forward – Negative only means moving back….simple fix…simple solution.
So Opportunities are only to be celebrated and grabbed with the understanding that they are all occasions for success and greatness.
And the word Insurmountable needs to be relegated to the Darkside – we know it’s there – but we know we can fight it – beat it and not get seduced by its false allure.
So which is it?
The Force or The Darkside?
And May the Force be with You – just in case you weren’t sure where I stood…
And you?
I agree – when you are positive you build enough momentum to overcome anything…and yes you suddenly feel you have enough energy and force that can take you anywhere..
Obstacles are meant to be overcome. Insurmountables meant to be surmounted. Positive energy is the just the beginning though, a clear and detailed plan is the next step.
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Couldn’t it be a mixture of both?
I believe that a combination of negative expectations & positive spirit could bring just the right balance.
Basically, expect the worse.
And add to that a touch of colorful morale.
You can’t but surmount situations – regardless of the final outcome.
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I agree. Banish the word “insurmountable”. Approach life with zest, vigor and positive attitude. Hence the name of my personal blog “joie de vivre”. This is a nice segway from my current posting about Oprah Winfrey’s last show. She encourages us all to follow our passion (there’s that magic word) and that passion does not necessarily mean money. Following our passion is possible! Yes it takes work, a some creativity, relationships with people…but it is surmountable!
A couple of things you may not know…
1. At Burrows, our main board room is called the Lester Room.
2. On the wall is a quote from American politician Margaret Chase Smith:
\When people keep telling you that you can’t do a thing, you kind of like to try it\.
Inspiration and pride. Positive energy and power.
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So simply summed up by another great Star Wars exchange…
“I can’t believe it” – an astonished Luke Skywalker on watching the X-Wing lifted from the swamp
“That is why you fail.” – Yoda
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Fully agree, positivity is the key!
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