day 8/67 Falling and rising

It's curious how each day assumes and gains a particular shape- how one can start a day off with particular intentions, or events in mind, and then something unexpected happens, plans are changed by others or by circumstances. There are then options to respond or react to unwanted change in a particular way. 

I had two meetings planned for today, one of which happened later than planned, and the other was cancelled at the last minute. Sometimes I am inclined to see these moments as opportunities to do nothing, and feel lost without what was supposed to have been, but with self-awareness I'm better able to respond and make decisions about what  do next, in what feels a more constructive use of time. 

I seem better able to see these moments- mini-breakdowns- as opportunities to engage with something else, other plans or activities. Because I have a better grasp of the overall shape of where I am wanting to go, of the next few weeks, the next few months, and even intentions for the next few years, rather than plans making me less flexible , it's having the exact opposite effect. 

I can be more responsive and spontaneous, because I am holding a longer term vision in my head. 

Who would have thought?

The greatest glory in living lies not in never falling, but in rising every time we fall. - Long Walk to Freedom, Nelson Mandela   

PS Step 20, Row 12, Run 10, Cycle 18