Changing landscapes of life

 As people grow and time moves on, life's landscape changes too. How do you respond to these changes? I try to assess the changes at play and respond in a way that matches my values, passions, interests, dreams, and hopes. 

As I age, I find myself moving from more of a leadership role in life to a responder role in life. So the big question at play often finds me asking, How shall I respond? 

What am I responding to?

I'm responding to our country's political situation, my family's changes/needs/interests, and my own needs/interests/changes.

What doest this include?

Political Situation 

The political situation begs the question, What can I do to promote the kind of government and country that supports good living for all? I believe we can have a government that works to uplift all rather than a few wealthy individuals. 

Family

As I observe my family growing and changing, the central questions include:

• What do you need?
• How can I help?
• How do we want to deal with specific situations and opportunities together? This includes holidays, general needs, and more. 

Also, with regard to family, there's still a chance now and then to offer specific advice and support when the specific needs arise. 

My own interests, needs, passions, and opportunities

More than anything I like to engage in the kinds of activities that contribute, uplift, make better, and problem solve. I enjoy this kind of work and feel that it's meaningful when done well. I also really enjoy creating. These two dominant motivations can be combined. What I need and desire are the following:

• adventure, exploration, learning, challenge
• healthy routines and lifestyle
• healthy, positive relationships
• simplicity with regard to objects, endeavor
• meaningful work and activity
• engaging, thought provoking books, travel, get togethers, and exploration

As always, the key is creating a positive routine to get the goals for good living that I've set. Onward.