On my shelf sits a binder with that title. So many times when I have had an idea and have been hesitant to take the risk to take it forward, I repeat Nothing Ventured, Nothing Gained. My binder contains many ideas that went nowhere but it reminds me to take the chance. The doll contest that I make the heart doll- did not win but made the doll. When we created our new garden with the 50 boulders from a construction job, replacing all the grass with paths and gardens, thought it was a great idea for gardening magazines- sent in the idea and pictures to several magazines-nope they had a look but were not interested. Well the list goes on. For me this blog was a new venture and the feedback has been positive. So many times in life we can talk ourselves out of just trying something. It can be the negative people around us who put down an idea. Then someone important said there is never a stupid idea- wow that's how post its came to be. What is stopping you from trying something new or recycling an old idea you had? Are you willing to risk even in a small way? Suggestion - gravitate to those who give you energy and away from those who sap your energy. Ready? Just try that idea that you have sitting on your shelf.
Some followers have had trouble posting a comment.In the profile link, you can create a google account as it is the account from which this blog happens. I want to have your comments, thoughts and ideas so do not hesitate to take the next step. Reflective thinking is a dialogue between people. You can also click on one the categories beside Posted by Barbara above. Let me know what you think.
ReplyDeleteAs attractive as some ideas my appear to us, they might not have a snowball's chance in hell. I knew a boss once who was called an idea man. He was full of them (and other stuff as well). But, he drove his staff crazy as he assigned his ideas to them. They very rarely could be made to work. And the underling was usually criticized by him for failing (and also for not making his real performance goals).
ReplyDeleteOn the other hand, some ideas that people have are great and end up really making a difference in the world. Some win Nobel Prizes. Some win first place in the town fair. Every one that works brings the originator a sense of acomplishment or joy, depending on what it was. You have to keep trying.