Monday, February 9, 2026
Keep it in perspective
The events of each day are compelling in their ways. Yet even more powerful is the perspective in which they occur.
As intrigued as you might be about what’s happening right now, take care not to lose perspective. Perspective transforms raw information into understanding.
Perspective, and the understanding it engenders, enable you to respond to the events of the moment with positive purpose. That’s a whole lot better than reacting in panic and confusion.
Life may often catch you by surprise and even shock you. When that happens, perspective can keep you grounded, able to remain clear about what’s true and what’s not.
As eventful and astounding as one day might be, the next day you will get up and continue living your life. Don’t get so lost in the power of an exceptional moment that you neglect all the other richness in your world.
Fully experience whatever is happening, and enhance the value of that experience by keeping it in perspective. By appreciating all that has been, you prepare yourself well for what is to come.
— Ralph Marston
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