I love the idea of Archetypes... those characters that live within all of us waiting to be welcomed onto our stage. My Warrior is a good friend and we've been reflecting about how to mark the benchmark of 40 years on the "battlefield" of the working world. You see, my first job was at 15 and I turned 55 in March which means I can "retire" at any time and also claim the $1 discount at the local theatre.To mark the passage, I considered the "clear the decks and take a sabbatical" option but ended up choosing the "one week of vacation each month" option. And, it's been fun! Going to Hawaii, Vail, London, New Orleans, and Morro Bay with friends and loved ones ranging from my childhood next door neighbor through virtually every chapter of life up to the Friday morning coffee guys here in Palm Springs has been a joyful ride.
So, my warrior has had a little time off. Kind of.
It's a funny thing that virtually EVERY TIME I take a vacation, the phone rings off the hook with more groups and more people wanting to work together. The first four months of this year have been the busiest season since I went out on my own eight years ago. Crazy! So, perhaps my answer to the "How is My Warrior" question has a little nuance...
"My energy is clearly focused on celebrating well the 55-year benchmark. My work is satisfying, enriching, and varied. The relationships that are important to me enjoy an ease and flow of appreciation and warmth balanced with the give and take inherent with living in authenticity. My health is stable and sense of self-care is grounded in healthy routines of rest, eating mindfully, and regular physical activity. I know who I am, what I'm about, and what I'm doing."
Onward!
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