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| Our Daily Bread #1 |
The most important questions to ask on the job is not “what am I getting?” The most important question to ask is “what am I becoming?” Jim Rohn
It aint Hollywood but you’re still getting paid to assume a role. Many people often overlook the impact their role has on the world around them and affirm that they are “just doing their job”. If we are to advance human affairs we can no longer say we are just doing our jobs. There is someone or some group of people who has put a script together from a concept and you are just the actor playing the part. We must consider the impact that our actions have on people and the environment. To disregard this is an injustice to the rest of humanity. What we need is not secure jobs for insecure situations but righteous intentions for just causes. At some point in our adult lives we are presented with the realization that aside from how much money we’re being paid to act out our roles we must consider what we’re becoming. Just imagine for a moment that you’re paid to act on a TV show that’s ongoing for a number of years and you’re presented with facts from a case study indicating that your influence has proven to have a more negative effect on the public than positive. Although the producers and screen writers would be partially responsible, ultimately it was you who assumed the position. With this evidence in front of you the question should not be “what am I getting?” but rather “what am I becoming?”
I believe that people are greater than they realize and I hope people do realize it but their greatness depends on their contribution to humanity. The prosperity of the generations to come depend on each of us realizing our full potential and applying our knowledge and wisdom to help each other accomplish great things. As a whole I don’t think humanity is civilized but I think we’re getting there. If you realize that you’re able to make that contribution to the world and your job is not allowing your excellence to manifest then continue searching for your place in the cosmos and get in where you fit in. Most people are trapped in an autonomous cycle of tedious work with minimal satisfaction and often leave the workplace feeling drained of their energy. To do a good job, one must have a good job in the first place and having a good job depends on a good job description. If your job description entails negative repercussions for others you may want to consider revising or rewriting the script. Don’t be afraid to take hold of the pen or pencil yourself to create the ideal script and reflect on the possibility of taking on this role. It’s your life. Live it wisely and appreciate the fleeting moments of happiness as often as possible but also accept the fact that there are consequences even for the actions we once thought were good.
Facts associated with health pertaining to workplace stress:
Workplace stress is the harmful physical and emotional response that occurs when there is a poor match between job demands and the capabilities, resources, or needs of the worker.
Stress-related disorders encompass a broad array of conditions, including psychological disorders (e.g., depression, anxiety, post-traumatic stress disorder) and other types of emotional strain (e.g., dissatisfaction, fatigue, tension, etc.), maladaptive behaviors (e.g., aggression, substance abuse,) and cognitive impairment (e.g., concentration and memory problems). In turn, these conditions may lead to poor work performance or even injury. Job stress is also associated with various biological reactions that may lead ultimately to compromised health, such as cardiovascular disease or in extreme cases, death.
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Posted by JustBe777 on 2009-06-29 10:16:25 | Rating: | Views: 38
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