We are driven by five genetic needs: survival, love and belonging, power, freedom, and fun.”
--William Glasser

This time of year can be overwhelming with thoughts of grading, testing, field trips, end of the year activities. The weather is changing but you can't count on it to support any outside activities. This fast-paced world seems to be speeding-up with competition rising on every side. But we, the people in charge of our own destiny, can slow down the pace by taking time to focus on the needs of others as well as our own. It sounds counter-productive, yet it is a simple decision that can make a miraculous difference in our life.

We can drive ourselves to a goal, or we can drive ourselves to distraction! The choice is ours to make. Driving without a purpose creates a drain on passion and enthusiasm.

Spend time reviewing the things that drive you. Are you driving, or are you driven by outside influences? Are you headed to a specific destination, or are you just spinning your wheels?

Benjamin Franklin was quotes as saying, "Take care of the pennies, and the dollars will take care of themselves." The pennies are the small yet very important things in our lives that can be overlooked or considered of little value. When added together these pennies make our life rich and provide an inheritance that can be enjoyed by those that follow us. The choice is yours.

I hope your Spring is filled with power, energy, and fun.