Faith Courage & Enthusiasm! That is the cry of The Company Men movie with Ben Afleck and Kevin Costner. A story about a huge company laying off thousands of workers. That was their cry from the placement assistance service they were offered when they were let go. The story ends on a high note when the VP starts his own company and hires all the guys from the layoff. Happily Ever After. Well that's not how it is in real life and I'm sure everyone who has lived it knows that.I can see other lessons in the movie but this isn't a movie review, it's a blog post.
The thing is Faith is always tested. Courage is proven. And Enthusiasm wanes... after 19 months, I've had two temporary jobs worth two weeks each and my enthusiasm has completely disappeared. I've fallen into a life of couch potato for periods of time...like days without going outside. I'm a home body to be sure but I also love the sun and the ocean. What am I doing sitting around here all day?
The television should be called hypnovision because it hypnotizes those who watch it. It's amazing how quiet and peaceful it is when you turn the TV off. It gives you a different perspective on your reality. I'm turning it all off and going for a walk outside somewhere.
Happy Sunny Day!
