Potential

Its amazing what can happen in the short time that has passed since my last post. I was feeling very run down and getting to a point where i was allowing things to bury me. I had a massive event that I am still trying to get over. Its amazing what people can say to you even though they claim love. For years i have had armor skin to verbal assaults and now i let things get to me? It seems that i let my guard down to let someone in and they take things they learn and hurt me. Which leads me to this in a round about way:

What is my potential? Potential is said to be a 4 letter word to some. People have been crushed under the pressure that comes with potential. Sometimes i look back at my life and think about how that word has applied. I once saw a scouting report from a team that stated I was a hard worker, not afraid to grind, good shot, has potential. Funny thing was i rarely played because who knows, maybe i had a bad attitude, maybe the coach didnt like me. I dont blame them but it seems in that sport i didnt live up to my potential.

As i look back at the application of the word, i can see things two ways, alot of failure or a lot of mild success leading to a greater cause. I choose the second.

THis past week i was with a group of my peers at a convention. When i left, i wasnt in a good mood, i didnt want to go, didnt want to leave my store. I had to tell an employee he couldnt come due to a variety of reasons and I hate being that guy. And then i get to this event. I spend the first night in my room, wallowing in my own pity. I mean honestly, what do i have to feel bad about when there are other people actually suffering?

Anywho, so i am in this convention with my fellow owners and if i could capture the energy and good vibes i would be a millionaire. Everyone roots for everyone, we all share our opportunities and tactics. I was so freaking fired up after two days that i could barely sit still. The great thing was the commraderie that is involved. All the older franchisees liked to give me crap and treat me like the little brother but it was also good to here they think i have potential to do well. That word again.....the expectations......yet, i relished it.

I have made some great friends from that convention and i am rejuvinated by the possibilities that tomorrow holds. But i wont forget today. There are some heavier issues that need to be handled but it is great to have a clear mind and focus for the first time in awhile. Potential couldnt be more of an exciting word for me because I believe in what is ahead and cant wait to reach and exceed!