Today I was reminded why I’m here.

Generally, I come across as a smiling, positive person, however there are moments when even I define myself by all of the things I haven’t accomplished or have done badly. As I spend more time on this planet, I have more mistakes and ill-chosen directions to focus on, so it really doesn’t take long for me to swirl down the negativity drain.

That’s usually when little things start to go awry; pipes leak, cats throw up on the rug, and my car is vandalized… and worse.

What do I find most amazing about being aware of negativity at this point in my life? I’m also aware that I seem to have a built-in self-preservation beacon that pulls a lifeline to my rescue. A friend will email me a note of thanks for my ‘Great Mind.’ A client will tell me I called ‘Just in time, I’m running out of…’ Even my cat will come and sit on my lap without scratching me silly.

Today, out of the blue, one of my colleagues gave me the most heartfelt compliment: “I’m not just saying this, but I am truly inspired by you!” She went on to applaud my integrity in how I run my business because I’m always creating ways to give more to my clients and non-profit groups alike. I didn’t know what to say, but “Wow, thanks!”

Do I wake up each morning thinking I’m an inspiration to others? No. Maybe I should.

When I do finally give up this human visage, I hope people will remember the good I did in the world and my naive belief in the good in mankind.