Joining the Circus: A Lesson in Goal-Orientedness

Dear friends, today I want to share a tale from my youth, a tale that taught me the importance of being goal-oriented. It’s a story that involves a circus, a dream, and a lesson that has stayed with me for a lifetime.

The Dream

As a young lad, I was enamored with the circus. The spectacle, the excitement, the daring feats of skill and bravery – it all seemed like a world apart. I dreamt of joining this magical world, not as a spectator, but as a performer. My goal was set: I wanted to become a trapeze artist.

The Journey

Setting a goal is one thing, but achieving it is another. I knew that to join the circus, I would need to work hard, practice relentlessly, and overcome countless obstacles. I started practicing on a makeshift trapeze in my backyard, falling more times than I could count. But each fall only strengthened my resolve.

The Lesson

One day, after a particularly hard fall, I sat down and questioned my goal. Was it worth the pain, the effort, the countless hours of practice? It was then that I realized the true value of being goal-oriented. It wasn’t just about achieving the goal; it was about the journey, the growth, the person I was becoming in the process.

Being goal-oriented means having a direction in life. It means having something to strive for, something that pushes you to grow, to learn, to become better. It’s not just about the destination; it’s about the journey.

The Conclusion

Did I ever join the circus? No, I didn’t. But I did become a trapeze artist of sorts. I learned to navigate the highs and lows of life, to balance on the tightrope of challenges, to leap into the unknown with courage and grace. And that, my friends, is the greatest circus act of all.

So, set your goals, chase your dreams, but remember: it’s not just about reaching the finish line; it’s about the journey, the growth, the person you become along the way.

Until next time, stay goal-oriented, stay strong, and remember, life is the greatest circus of all.

Kev