Opportunity

I showed up late this morning to work out with my trainer. He had another appointment after me that couldn't be switched and told me, "We have an opportunity." He then suggested the options to work out on my own, reschedule for the next day or try to do an abridged workout to save time.

I was intrigued how he approached my shortcoming of being late with choices and suggested we view the situation as an opportunity. Not many people can do that. Being late is annoying. He could have easily made the decision for me. You're late, you missed it, so sad. Instead, he looked for a solution.

Each day we have opportunities sitting in front of us--in our relationships, marriages, work, free-time. I don't think we can ever be reminded enough to seize the opportunity.

Comments

[Marsha]

Oh , sorry, but in the corporate world of the 90's, "opportunity" was a huge buzzword. you NEVER had a problem or an issue...always an "opportunity". And if you had to have a "sitdown" with an employee (ie., they were in trouble) you had to call it an "opportunity discussion."

Ugh, corporate America!!!

[Steph]

Aahhhh, how often I choose comfort over opportunity! Today, I will look to the opportunities around me...despite the comfort level they bring with them.

[Jenny]

We all have the opportunity to live each day in the precious present moment. I am inspired by you to do this:)

great post Jen !!!

[Bonny]

"We have an opportunity." That is ... inspired. Oh, how many opportunities I have!

thank you!

[Debbie]

I love this post. I'm going to remember to use this idea with my children and my students at school. Thanks for sharing!
Debbie

[Kara Prater]

Thank you for this post today. My husband and I are seeking direction from God in the job arena. My husband currently serves on staff of a church as the jr high pastor but feels his wings are expanding outside the student ministry. I pray that as opportunities arise, and they are starting too, that we would seize them and not let comfort or fear rob us.