Groundedness - Back To the Blog
Okay, I am back to the blog and it is appropriate that I begin the first "G" with Groundedness. The G Force series is about key principles that can be universally applied for self and team development. There is a force in nature called gravity that is at play. We feel it when we try to resist the pull of gravity. We call that "G Force". In technical terms it is a unit of force equal to the force exerted by gravity. We feel that force when we are accelerating.
It's, perhaps, a bit counterintuitive to begin a series on motion and G Force with the principle of Groundedness. What is the quality of being grounded that allows us to accelerate through life? For me, it is why I am back to the blog. Being grounded focuses on what is important. It is reminder of who we are, where we came from, and how we got here. I recently moved to a new job. Groundedness allows me to reflect and be grateful for those who have helped me and continue to help me. Groundedness allows me to take the jolts that change brings and remain intact and whole. Groundedness creates a solid core from which to grow, an anchor point that will hold you in steady in turbulent waters. Groundedness is foundational.
As I speak with individuals across the country I am reminded that at the very basic level we all can use the encouragement that we are of infinite worth. Regardless of age, education, job title, - we are all of infinite worth. In filling out some financial paperwork I was asked what my net worth was...the calculation suggested that I was at negative net worth! Individuals who are upside down on their home mortgages are likely seeing their financial net worth falling to the red. That is not my worth...that is my financial position. My worth, your worth, is infinite. This may sound a bit trite for some...but it is part of being grounded. We begin from a place that says that I have infinite worth and therefore I have so much that I can give. So, I am coming back to the blog - I am reminding myself of why I began this journey, where I am headed, and who I am.
