Doc Ott’s Apologia Blog

Because of my personality, I have always been a ‘leader’. In small groups I tend to take a leadership role, and that is usually OK with people. When people want something done, they tend to come to me. Some people are just natural leaders. I was cool with that, and enjoyed the attention it garnered.
As of late, I have fallen away from the desire for those positions. I am much less quick to volunteer to do projects, lead groups, etc. I have found myself withdrawing from groups that I was a former member (or leader) of. This back wards transition seems awkward. Most people look for more power and influence in their lives (promotions, new jobs, new assignments) and I seem to have stepped back.
I am not quite sure why. Am I simply trying much harder to enjoy my small time here on the blue marble? Focusing on my wife, child, and dog instead of the rest of the population? Who knows. What I do know is that I am more relaxed, more happy, more forgiving, more laid back, and healthier than I have probably ever been in my life. So, I guess that means its all a good thing.

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