Win The Battle For Your Attention

School is starting for a lot of people this month and it seems like the summer just went by. I want to encourage you to enjoy every moment and stay mindful of your goals. While we may not have complete control of what we experience we do have the ability to learn from it. I want to commend you on your efforts to learn. I want to acknowledge your intention to experience growth. In the last couple of months, I have been extremely proud to have witnessed some of the explorers accomplish goals they have set.

I want to take a moment to congratulate individuals who have been dedicated and have been taking the time to stay focused. The first person is Matthew O. Matthew has been an explorer since the beginning of 2020. He has his eyes set on pursuing a career as a Firefighter. Matthew has been consistent and diligent in his studies. I have seen him conduct himself in the most respectful manner. Matthew completed his EMT course and passed his National Registry. Matthew has plans to continue his study and eventually get into the Fire Academy. Matthew, we see your tenacity and encourage you to keep moving, congratulations!

The next person I want to commend is Dylan M. Dylan officially joined the Explorers Program in the beginning of 2020. When the opportunity came, Dylan set his sight on the fire service and has pushed full stride in achieving that goal. Not only have we seen Dylan achieve his EMT certificate, Dylan completed his Fire Academy. In the process of securing a position as a Firefighter Dylan has chosen to take on jobs that gave him an opportunity to enhance his skills. He got accepted to LA City Fire Department. Dylan recently completed his tower and is now on the floor as a probationary firefighter for LA City. Dylan has taken every step he could to pursue his career. He has shown dedication and commitment to the goals he has set. I recall a list of goals Dylan had created to complete and when Dylan referred back to the list he not only completed that which was on the list but more. We see you striving to grow and we applaud your determination every step of the way.

What do you value in life and how does your goals enrich that. Success on your journey isn’t defined by the speed of your achievement, but rather at the rate at which it has impacted your life. Get the most out of your day by guarding your mind and discipline your thoughts by being attentive to what you set your mind to. Your environment can change, your goals can be altered and your circumstances can turn at any moment, but your character and your choices are something you have complete control over. No matter where you decide to take your career the choices you make determine the level of you success. And those choices are influenced by where you place your attention.