“It’s not enough that we do our best; sometimes we have to do what’s required.”
Sir Winston Churchill
I saw this quote and thought about our training in the martial arts and assignments we may have at work. It seems that for many “trying” is all that matters - when the reality is we must produce. I may do my best at a kick, form or project - but if the results do not meet the requirements - then I may not pass, I must continue to work to improve.
I have spent this weekend tweaking the presentation on Creating a Culture of Peace in the Classroom. It wil not be good enough to do my best. I must produce a result. The result that I am after is changing the culture in the classroom. The result is reaching the audience with a message that is clear and that they can act on. That they will be moved to take action.
I can say that my on awareness has been raised in the preparation of the material. I have become more aware of the impact I have as an instructor. But interestingly I have also become aware that I can choose any subject that is critical to building peace in the community and start to have an impact. I already know the next subject I am going to attack - and this time I will not take the same amount of time to accomplish my outreach.
