This is a big week for celebrations! Today is Mardi Gras Day when New Orleanians and Mobile residents indulge their passion for festivities and food before Lent begins. Wednesday we celebrate Valentine’s Day to recognize our passion for love.
Often we don’t celebrate enough. We run so hard and fast that we neglect to take time and acknowledge when good things happen.
A client recently told me after a big accomplishment that he didn’t want to celebrate yet because the project wasn’t over and it wasn’t a complete win.
How often do we miss milestones along the way, waiting for full completion? These overlooked opportunities could be occasions to cheer. They can keep you and your team energized and motivated.
As you watch the Olympics, notice how the announcers acknowledge movements during the athlete’s program along the way rather than wait until the end to see if the athlete lands on the medal platform.
Think about what and how you celebrate.
- Did you do better today than yesterday?
- Did you move the needle on a project you’ve been procrastinating?
- Did you have that difficult conversation?
All of these actions are worthy of celebrating. And while you may not have a parade or cupid singing a telegram in front of you, I encourage you to slow down, step back and give yourself an opportunity to revel in your accomplishment.
Laissez les bon temps rouler!