Getting the Right Things Right

"What would you like to have accomplished in your lifetime?" is the question posed by the author on page 8 of this wonderfully insightful book. He uses the rest of the book to answer the question. On page 10 he offers a summary that really places the whole issue in context. "The life we desire deep in our being is the one we were created to have, consistent with the way God made us. That's where we'll find the kind of significance we're after." As the discussion progresses, he talks more about one will encounter along the way. For example, on complexity, he observes "Only at the edge of chaos can complex systems flourish."Three common elements found in any book of this nature are included; perseverance, desire, and hard work. They are necessary for the fulfilled life.Passion is another common theme. When a person works with passion, it makes a positive difference on those touched by the work.On self-examination, he encourages readers to discover the passion burning within them. What is it that you are uniquely qualified to offer by the way you were made with your talents, gifts, abilities, and insights?One's giftings identifies them at their core.He has a particularly strong section on dreams. "All your dreams and longings are vital, even the illogical ones--maybe especially the illogical ones--because your dreams are trying to reveal to you very important pieces of who you are" (p. 106).He talks about how breakthrough discoveries start with "crazy dreamers." Dreamers are encouraged to find like minded people with whom to share their visions and goals.Plans are the vehicles by which dreams become real.Small steps lead to the destiny of dreams being fulfilled. Annual goals are advocated.This book is full of spiritual advice which is practical. For Charlies Hedges, all spiritual advice is practical.

In going through an assessment of my current status in life I found this book very helpful. It is written for easy reading to help in discovering greater meaning in your life without a lot of strain. The author wants you to realize your full potential and change from doing the right things to getting the right things right. Not confusing just right.