Set the Pace. Win the Race.

Today, on the subway I couldn't help but notice the backup on the escalator. It seemed that when one person decided to stand still and ride the machine all the way up, that everyone else stopped like they didn't have any idea where they were going. I do not claim to know the pace of life we should all be moving in, but I do know that sometimes I have found myself in an urgent situation riding someone elses tail on the escalator. I mean this figuratively of course.

 I made myself a promise and proposition the other night. When everyone else is standing placid behind someone on the escalator, I will politely squeeze by or take the stairs where people are in constant motion. Do not feel bad having your own sense of urgency. You might be alone racing up the stairs to the top, but once you get there you will feel happy, accomplished, and you won't be alone.



So here I am saying to you, set the pace and win the race. Your own race that is. Life is a joyous journey and taking the escalator slowly in necessary sometimes, just make sure to do it on your own accord.