Journey Mission Statement - part I

Have you heard of a Journey Mission Statement?

Its one of Steven Covey's way of helping others help themselves, by first understanding themselves better. It is also closely tied to his 7 habits... by way of 'First things First' and knowing one's self better.

Apparently, one comes up and builds up his/her own 'mission in life' through a series of questions... geared as to how one sees themselves or how one perceives certain traits.

I did mine... and once in a while, I revisit it - to both validate and update what I'd written down.

Now - in case I'll be needing to transfer machines, or in the possible chance that I would misplace said files, I've decided on placing it in my blog. So here goes...

My Journey Mission Statement:

Explore what the universe has to offer as captain of a Starship:

I see my life as a journey… an exploration – meeting new people, experiencing different and new cultures, if at all possible. I would like to think that I can meet challenges and any need for change head-on, and I see myself like a legendary Starship Captain – with the roles of leader, peace keeper, and ambassador.

I trust in what I can do, and the resources I can muster and keep the counsel of trusted and capable friends and family. I’m not afraid to make decisions that will affect my life – but I will tread a bit more carefully when it will involve the life of my family – for they should not suffer for possible mistakes I may stumble on. As would a Starship captain – who would boldly go where no one has gone before… yet making sure that all moves are calculated properly, for the lives of his crew and their family rests on his decisions and actions taken.

Build a legacy for better understanding and tolerance:

I aspire to make the world a better place, by emphasizing on improving communication and espouse better understanding of others. These can be better practiced with tolerance of what does not meet one’s norm or expectations, and the understanding of others’ viewpoints – to better realize where they are coming from – in this regard, I follow Steven Covey’s “Seek first to understand, then be understood”. That can lead me through difficult situations that could easily escalate into an argument, had I been less receptive and open-minded.

Exerting effort for negative actions are equally tiring – if not more so than positive efforts. It put one on the defensive and extra effort may be necessary to provide safety. Why bother wasting time on negatives when positives are easier to focus on – help me get inspired and in the process energize me with adrenaline and inspiration… the natural high. I would rather be living on a positive note than on negatives. Respect for others… their beliefs and their right to practice such beliefs, so long as such does not undermine another’s belief in one way or another.

Ensure my children's future as successful and independent caring leaders:

My children are my real legacy – they will endure, long after I am gone. My main responsibility in life is to give them the important lessons of wisdom – those that can make them strive for a better life, one that allows them to be better human beings – and looked upon as great and caring leaders. Independence is important and I strive to make them learn to stand on their feet – knowing full well that they are capable of whatever challenges life will throw at them.

My children will continue in this world when I am gone – they will need all the rules and guidelines that they can use in life – I can’t promise to be with them forever and at all times… I can make it a point though, that even if I’m gone, my lessons – my beliefs will continue to help ensure their safety… their living.

In this respect, I consider myself a dreamer, an idealist and leader with a legacy and responsibility to uphold. Global citizenship needs to make the world a better place to live in - unfortunately, this is not an easy task... and it will take time, maybe even generations - to help fulfil this goal.

Like any journey - it has to start somewhere, and the steps need not be grand, its going to be an experience.

So here I am, taking those small steps, that will lead to bigger steps...