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Find Your Why . . .

Phyllis Harmon, DTM, PDG - Publisher/Editor

Here it is the end of October with the holidays looming just around the
corner (again). As I continue to ask ad nauseum—where did the time go?
Seems like just yesterday I was a newbie, still wet behind the ears, accepting
that first officer's role of VP Memership in Wallmasters International my
(then and still) home Club. I am now one of the senior members of the
Club, a Club officer more years than not, and served in all but one District
officer role. Now days I spend my time encouraging others to step into
leaderhsip and show the world what stern stuff they are made of.
That's still the fun part of Toastmasters—making connections between
members so that they can experience the growth I have over the past 15
years. But I must admit, I am getting a bit weary. What am I accomplishing
now and to what purpose? I am not seeking to move up the corporate ladder
(been there and done that). I am not looking to become an advocate for a
cause yet unrecognized, or preparing to step into a career in front of an
audience. So what is my purpose? Why am I still a Toastmaster? I have yet
to discover an answer.
I find myself most reflective as the seasons change, and wonder if
change is in my future. As I look back over the past couple of years, I find
I've grown quite fond of online meetings. They allow me the flexibility to EDITORIAL
travel the world from my desk chair, without the hassle associated with
meeting in person. Lazy? Maybe. Or just too busy or reluctant to alter my
routine once again.
My Clubs are starting to transition back to face-to=face meetings.
Breathing communal air appeals to me now and again, but is it a compelling
enough reason to disrupt my settled routines? I can't answer that yet. I
anticipate that if I don't find my Why and my Purpose fairly soon, change
will happen whether I am ready for it or not. Time will
tell.
So I leave you with two questions. What is your Why?
and What is your Purpose? If you know, perhaps you
can help me to find mine.

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Publisher Dave Bones, DTM District Director Janet Cerasin, DTM
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