Peak to Peak Principle
I always love Dr. Johnson books. The story approach which can inspire and develop of new and difference of my perspective on business and life issues and challenges. Recent reading of John C Maxwell book - The Difference Maker found a similar principle wrote by Dr. Robert Schuller call Peak to Peak Principle with would like to share as follow:
When you are on top of the proverbial mountain, that is the time to make decisions. Here's why:
- You are see your situation more clearly.
- You are moving to something, not just from something.
- You leave those around you in a better position.
- You decide using positive data, not negative.
- You are more likely to move from peak to peak instead of valley to valley.
On the other hand, when you're in the valley, the most important thing you can do is presevere. If you keep fighting, you'll likely to get your second wind, just as distance runners do. As it's said that only when runners are exhausted enough to reach that place do they find our what they can truly accomplish. If you keep presevering while you are in the valley, not only will you likely make it to higher ground where you can make better decisions, but you will also have developed character, which will serve you well throughout life. (Page 76)