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“All we have to decide is what to do with the time that is given us.”
~J.R.R. Tolkien
Sounds simple, right?
Whether you’re trying to prioritize tasks for today, or you’re searching for your life-long calling, all you have to do is decide what to do within the time you have been given.
Because we don’t have forever. Time is finite.
Recently, I have reconnected with a group of folks online who grew up in the seventies in my hometown.
At 16, it feels like life is so long, like you have forever to decide what you will do with your life. Although some kids knew way back then the direction their lives would take, I would wonder for many years to come.
And even then, I ended up having to focus more on Who I would be rather than What I would be.
That’s where developing a personal mission statement really made a difference. Once I figured that out, no matter what my job is, or what my circumstances are, I am doing what I’ve decided to do every day for as long as I have been given.
~ DIANA’S ENORMOUS BOOK OF QUOTES ~
Do you have a personal mission statement?
talktodiana 
Wow this has really got me thinking, Diana, because I have had knee-jerk reactions to stuff lately and I don’t want to be like that anymore. Thanks for this post!
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You’ve had a lot of stuff going on lately Julie. Be kind to yourself. Forgive yourself. Hugs to you! ❤
Diana xo
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Love this post! I do not have a formal personal mission statement, but rather one I care around in my heart. There I can make changes as I change and grow.
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And what is it presently f-stop? ❤
Diana xo
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Live life simply and appreciate each moment in your life! 🙂
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I never thought about it– I guess I have plenty of adages I live by, probably many are cliches– but don’t sweat the small stuff sure comes to mind!
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That is one I have to keep reminding myself about Lisa! ❤
Diana xo
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Not enough people focus on the ‘who’ part of the equation, which is so important. Thank you for this!
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My pleasure Sarah – thanks for stopping by! ❤
Diana xo
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A very important concept. I wish more people focused on it!
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Thanks Smitty. Hey how you doing anyway? ❤
Diana xo
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Hangin’ in there. 🙂
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Good to hear 🙂
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Your mission statement is wonderful Diana, and you fulfill it every day.
Thanks for being you! 🙂
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(smiling) Thanks so much Elizabeth! ❤
Diana xo
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I have a had several personal mission statements that reflected “what” I was “doing” at different times. And then I took time to reflect on my Dharma or life calling at a deeper level.
What have I always been drawn to do over the years? What will I continue to be drawn to and continue to do that makes me feel alive?
My dharma is to “learn, grow and share”. Everywhere I have been and wherever I go, is a reflection of this.
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That fits you like a glove Val! ❤
Diana xo
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🐥
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Do I have a personal mission statement? Nope, as you may know I take life one day at a time, just going with the flow
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Jo-Anne, you have living in the moment down to an art – good for you! ❤
Diana xo
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I like this Diana. I like this tons and tons. Which is a lot. Who. Not what. Who.
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(smiling) I like who you are tons and tons, Colleen. ❤
Diana xo
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❤ ❤ ❤
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Such an important question…like Tolkien says, I think it may be the only “real” question. I’ve been reading a bunch of posts today that center around it, one way or another. I’m feeling very thankful– for I do believe I am finally on a path I am passionate about. It’s where I want to spend my time! Thanks for this post, Diana ❤
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I’m so happy for you Joy, what a feeling it is when you find your path! ❤
Diana xo
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Indeed! 🙂
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Your right, Diana, time has limits for each of us. I don’t have a personal mission statement yet but I’m going to work in one and I can tell you without hesitation that it’s going to include chocolate..:)
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haha good for you George! Enjoyment and fun runs through mine and it definitely includes chocolate! ❤
Diana xo
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I really like your post it’s true that we should be doing things that we are supposed to do with the time we are giving.
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I’m glad you enjoyed it awadkins. Thanks so much for the reblog! ❤
Diana xo
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I’m very sorry it took so long to get back to you. I have had trouble with my WordPress try to get back into. You are welcome for the reblog
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No worries and thanks again!
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Ur welcome
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Reblogged this on awadkins's Blog and commented:
I wish when I was a lot younger I would have followed my dreams or maybe would have done what I was meant to be or even do. Now I’m older and have put away some of the things that have been in the way from me doing what I am supposed to be or do. So now I’m trying to make something of my self like writing or acting or dowhat II’m supposed to do with time I have been given. We all need to do the same and make the world a better place for all of us.
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What a great life philosophy that is, Diana. It’s all we can really hope to achieve, after all. Fabulous. 💕
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Thank you Van. ❤
Diana xo
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I love your thoughts here. I’ve never written a personal mission statement out, and you’ve inspired me to do so. Thanks, Diana 🙂
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That’s wonderful Kelly. When you do write one out, please share it with us. ❤
Diana xo
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Well, I will share it with you, how’s that? 🙂
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perfect. 🙂
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Okay! Thanks, Diana. Hope you have a lovely Sunday. xo
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You too Kelly. Sundays are actually my favourite day of the week. 😀
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Such a simple but powerful message Diana. As I read it he quot, the inner urging of my mission statement (or what I call my purpose) was evident!
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So glad to hear that Ian. ❤
Diana xo
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