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What message does your presence provide? When considering your attention, who gets it? You can give your attention to the television, a dog, an event, a party, a person, a meeting, a video conference, you get the idea. How do you consider who gets your attention? Is there a criteria list that you go through? · I like them/it · I like the content · They put the meeting on my calendar · I want to support it (whatever it is) · I think this is important and needs amplifying · I have to · I was told to · Attending will provide me with joy · Its my family (and any and all emotions that come with that decision) When you give your attention to someone or something, what message does it provide them? I would like you to think of your attention as a gift. If it is a gift, who gets the receipt of that gift and why? If you have gotten this far, I’m wondering if you are considering that you have been walking through life doing what you have to do and what you want to do without realizing the gift your attention brings with it. If your presence was a gift, would you be more selective with who received that gift? Or, perhaps, are you considering who has been getting your attention without appreciating the gift that you are, have and are giving? A little food for thought…
Susan C.
2mo
Margot, thanks for sharing these insights and food for thought! I will reflect on these this weekend and beyond.
Head Sales Trainer | Founder of CCE-Accredited Sales Course for ICF Coaches | Speaker | High-Ticket Sales Specialist
2moSuch a thoughtful perspective! Viewing our attention as a gift really shifts how we consider who and what we prioritize. It’s a great reminder to be intentional with our presence and to recognize the impact our attention can have on others.