Be the change you want to see in the world 
Thursday, October 11, 2007, 05:34 AM
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While I haven't been jet-setting around India, I feel like the pace of my life in the last 3 months has been extreme. I do long for the comfort of my home, the love of my family & the embrace of my wife. I'm not sure how I'll adjust to slowing down when I do finally regain these blessings. The last few months, aside from the varied and frequent illnesses, have helped me feel more alive than I have in years. This opportunity has brought me closer to my company and provided me time to think about who I am and what significant goals I would still like to accomplish in my life.

It's interesting how fluid, dynamic and unpredictable life is. I had no idea I would be India 4 months ago and I have no idea what awaits me when I return. A quote from French author François de la Rochefoucauld is often used in our company; The only thing constant in life is change.

Those who are flexible, will embrace change, adapt and find success. This applies to corporate life as well. Mike and I have passed this concept on during several speaking sessions recently through the quote, "It's not wrong, it's just different". This was a quote Mike picked up years ago in his own travels and I just can't stop using now.

This line of thought led me to think about India and the rich history of religion and philosophy that are derived from it. I'd like to share a few of my favorite quotes from this region as well as some pictures I've recently taken.


Mahatma Gandhi

Be the change you want to see in the world

- This is what drives me. Not only my children but all children and innocence. I truly believe we fail as a generation if we leave the world worse off than when we were handed the keys. I hope my life has value when measured by this standard and that what I do in it touches others.

Nobody can hurt me without my permission
- I've taught my daughter this concept for years. School can be tough on kids and wisdom like this has had a significant impact on her personality and how she's dealt with difficult situations.

Almost everything you do will seem insignificant, but it is important that you do it

- This is Hyderabad, this is me. I can't explain how or why but my choice to be here was a necessity. It may be insignificant in the diary & timeline of my life, but it will be important without question.

Mohandas Gandhi

A 'No' uttered from the deepest conviction is better than a 'Yes' merely uttered to please, or worse, to avoid trouble
- This reminds me of my companies CORE Values. We strive to be good at what we do and hold each other to Higher Standards.


Here are some nice pictures I've taken over the past week

A really neat picture outside of our rooms


Waterfall from 2 weeks ago


Mainland China Restaurant

- Mike & I love this place. I decided to snap a shot of our table. Boring maybe but man is it an authentic and beautiful restaurant.

I snapped this photo @ Charminar last weekend

- This stylish shot belongs on a Sunglasses Billboard :)




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