This past weekend, I was able to tap into some motor skills that lay dormant for a while. I will explain shortly.
Although when you hear the words motor skills, I’m speaking of the motor skills as an adult, vice a child.
Many of us have probably run across many people who could not change a light bulb if asked to do so because they were either brought up with a silver spoon in their mouth or have no common sense.
If you’re wondering, I wasn’t brought up with a silver spoon in my mouth, and I believe I have plenty of common sense based on the various experiences that I have experienced in the military, whereas I had to figure it out.
We hear the words everything is all figureoutable but is it true?
In the Book by Marie Forleo, she contends that the secret to transforming your mindset is to live by the philosophy that anything is possible and a solution.
That is a great mindset to have, without a doubt.
I’ve learned this to be true all too many times. In fact, as life would have it, this past weekend, as I was cleaning the guest toilet in my house, I found water leaking from the toilet at 5:AM in the morning.
You’re probably asking why I was up at 5:AM in the morning cleaning the toilet? The real reason was that I had been procrastinating about cleaning the bathroom before I departed for my early Saturday morning flight to Atlanta. I had told myself to get up early and clean it, knowing that I had a flight out in the morning and it was something that my conscious would not let go of before heading out for five days.
Luckily, I was able to figure it out and make an early morning run to Lowe’s before I had to be at the airport within two hours.
As I figured the problem was a defective seal from the tank to the toilet, I said a prayer of gratitude for those shop classes in junior high school and many hours of replacing various toilets in every home I’ve ever owned. This was my fourth home I’ve owned, and as they say, it’s not my first rodeo.
If you’re a homeowner, sooner or later you must figure out how to fix leaking sinks, toilets, hang ceiling fans, change light fixtures, lay tile, lay hardwood floors, install washers and dryers, and a multitude of other homeowner tasks that I have also down.
I also think it was a little bit a pressure knowing that I didn’t want to leave a leaking toilet while I was away from home.
It’s times like these that our various motor skills are so important in figuring out solutions to the problems we face in life.
Motor skills play an important part in who we are as men; however, I know plenty of women who grew up as single parents who could not depend on a man for anything.
Today, motor skills are part of the workforce.
Skills needed to take on tomorrow
19 Skills Employees Will Need In The Next Five Years
Today, motor skills are increasingly recognized as part of the workforce, especially in the context of adapting to technological changes and the evolving nature of work.
The Future of Jobs Report indicates that 39% of workers’ core skills are expected to change by 2030, highlighting the need for continuous skill development.
I often wonder does our current working class of workers who are graduating from high school or College possess those skills. You be the judge.
When I think about my days as a Cub Master in Scouting, we were teaching 3rd and 5th Graders how to change a tire.
Today, changing a tire requires finding the tire and knowing where to place the jacks to support the car without damaging it or yourself.
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We all know that AI is not going to change your tire, and it requires you, the user, to figure it out, just like me and the toilet.
It never crossed my mind to Google water leaking from the toilet; I was looking at the leak and figuring out what I needed to do.
“Skills are freedom, Get skilled up!” ~ Pat Falvey
I agree with Pat Falvey, we all need to have skills these days, so what are your motor skills that you are most proud of in a crunch?
This week, it was fixing a leaking toilet and remembering the words of Marie Forleo states that the secret to transforming your mindset is to live by the philosophy that anything is possible and a solution.
Today, my challenge to you is a bit of self-reflection on knowing what motor skills you have learnt over the years. Therefore, when you hear the words, everything is all figureoutable, are you embracing those words?
“Charlie Mike”.I embrace the idea that “everything is figureoutable.” It speaks to the resilience and creativity inherent in the human spirit. Life throws challenges our way, but with determination and an open mind, we can navigate through obstacles. This mindset encourages problem-solving, fosters a sense of empowerment, and reminds us that even the most complex issues can be tackled with patience and persistence. It’s about believing in our ability to adapt and grow, no matter the circumstances.
Jeff,
What an honor to have you contribute my blog today. What resonates the most in your comments were comments about “mindset.” I truly believe in our ability to adapt and grow, no matter the circumstances.”
CM
In my youth, I was brought up with a silver spoon in Taiwan. My parents sent me to the U.S. to pursue advanced education in one of the most creative and opportunity-filled places in the world. However, I had to learn how to take care of myself and do many things on my own in order to support myself. I chose to embrace that opportunity and build the best life I could.
I don’t know how to do everything, but I know enough to make good decisions and find the right help when needed. I’ve also become quite handy with household tasks. More importantly, I have gained enough knowledge to raise children who are financially independent, so that as I grow older, I don’t have to worry about them.
Caroline,
It’s always a pleasure to receive your insights into my blog. This morning was no different. What a blessing to have parents like yours who “sent you to the U.S. to pursue advanced education in one of the most creative and opportunity-filled places in the world.” Thank you so much for sharing and “choosing to embrace that opportunity and build the best life you could.”
McKinley
McKinley, as a DIY person I can appreciate the motor skill of “Just Do It”. I was taught that hard work is a virtue and not trying is not an option. It does not surprise me that you would fix anything broken in and around your house. It was Henry Ford that said, “If you think you can or you think you can’t, you’re right.” Keeping trying!!!
Scott,
You and I are right there together as “a DIY person.” It’s amazing the life lesson we are taught by our parents “that hard work is a virtue and not trying is not an option.” Thank you for being a contributor to my blog today.
McKinley