MR. DORNTON'S BLOG: Rosetta Stone: Dec 5th

Sunday, December 4, 2011

Rosetta Stone: Dec 5th - 9th

This week anyone who has not completed all 8 Units should finish the first half of Unit 8. Everyone should be done with Unit 7. 7 Units will earn you a "B", but 8 Units will earn you an "A". Everyone still has time to get an A. Many of you are already there. Congratulations for your hard work.

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This Month's Character Trait is FLEXIBILITY

Flexibility Overview

Weather the Storm

Fibrous roots anchor a palm tree during a storm, and the trunk bends instead of breaking in the wind. These characteristics allow the palm tree to survive and help speed recovery afterwards.
Similarly, a person must adjust to the changes life brings. Tasks take longer than expected, plans do not materialize, your supervisor’s direction changes, or someone else does not deliver as promised.
These changes can cause fear, anxiety, and frustration. Many try to rearrange others or insulate themselves from disappointment, but flexibility does not involve controlling the outcome or avoiding commitment.

Get Ready

Flexibility begins with clear vision and a willingness to apply principles of good character in each situation.
Identify a project’s purpose, and plan so that you can organize efforts, measure progress, and prepare for adjustments. Ask questions so that you understand project goals. With this knowledge, you can adapt and get the job done, even if circumstances alter the process.

Make Adjustments

When the unexpected or the inconvenient happens, take responsibility for your part. When circumstances or others cause delays, communicate with those affected. Then do what you can so that you will be ready to finish the job as soon as possible.
When you do not know what to expect in a social setting, discern how you can honor others and put them at ease. Worrying about your image will only distract you from responding appropriately.

See Benefits

Developments change the opportunities available to you. A clear goal and a firm commitment to practice integrity will help you identify and take opportunities. Without this vision, a person will lose direction and have difficulty making decisions when circumstances change.
Determine what really needs to be done. Identify what character qualities apply to the situation, and discern how you can demonstrate those qualities as you do what you need to do each day.
Develop the knowledge and skills to make accurate adjustments, and overcome the “setbacks” that could derail your vision.