Two Words :: Be Patient

We've all been told of virtues before. Being patient is a good one, but a challenge at times, especially when the act of being patient requires you to look squarely into that thing out there in front of you and force yourself to not get excited or not take action.

That thing could be a goal you're reaching for, a gift you might expect, a prize you may win, that new thing you ordered that will reach your door step any moment now, or even a visitor you haven't seen for awhile but due in anytime. Patience may also be required when watching a child make a valiant effort in a race, but doesn't or is unable to win, or dealing with a new puppy who is not quite yet trained to do the right thing.

Of course the giddiness involved in not being patient can be enthralling, but also distracting.

That said, how long do you have to be patient? There's no time limit on how long being patient is necessary is given situation, but you can be sure of one thing; being patient is required to know how long. One of those catch 22's of life.

Be patient ... it will do you and others good.