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From the Publisher: Ryan’s Remarks
By Ryan T. Sauers
@RyanSauers @RyanTSauers
How are you? I hope you are enjoying both the warmer weather and extended daylight hours. It seems that life all around us is slowly moving back to normal. I could not be more excited. In this column, I wanted to do something different. Let us focus on three “P” words to reflect on as we move forward in 2022.
First, is Purpose. What is your purpose? Have you had a chance to think about it and your legacy in this world? For me it is about helping people in as many ways as I can. I have been reminded that none of us will live forever, and thus how we conduct ourselves and treat others is of utmost importance. We should try and hear God’s voice and remind ourselves that we are never fully in control of any situation. So, we must control the controllables.
Second, is Passion. Americans are tough and resilient. We can take a punch or two. I have seen passionate business owners, non-profits, government leaders, and more “pivot, pivot, and repivot” over the past twenty-four months. The resilience has been amazing to watch. Moreover, I have had the great opportunity during this time to reconnect or connect at a deeper level with so many people in my M life. I view the past two years as the “great reset,” and it has helped us all remember more of what really matters in life. And, that we are human beings and not human doings.
Third, is Perseverance. Let us face it – the past two years have been tough to navigate due to constant change. But most everyone I know has persevered, learned, grown, and have come to see life in new ways. I am so proud of our community and of people picking each other up and helping each other out. Long term passion and perseverance make up a powerful theory known as GRIT. Stay GRITTY, my friends!
If we learned anything during the past couple of years, it was that slowing down a bit is nice and that we all seek more balance in our lives. So, in the month of April and as we head toward the summer, let us remain positive, patient, passionate, and purposeful.
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