Recently several people have commented to me that, given the current economic climate, they have been focusing more on what’s really important. Most of the people who made the comment were referring to a greater focus on family and less of a focus on work.

It often takes difficulty, or even crisis, for us to consider and make choices consistent with what is of fundamental importance to us. We have probably all heard stories of people who, after a life threatening accident or illness, have reoriented their lives around what was important to them and began being more fulfilled in life. (more…)