Recently I have been running team practices with everyone evaluating if they’re in their comfort, challenge, or panic zone. Listening to people talk, I have found that many are in the panic zone because they lack margin.
I’ve noticed people wait for vacation or some sort of getaway for margin. Build smaller margin as a discipline once a week. I’ve built margin straight from one of my passions – I love soccer. This week I watched the USA men’s soccer team which, unfortunately also added some stress into my life. Regardless, it’s a love to of mine to talk and play soccer. Two weeks ago I played soccer for the first time in a few months. Both of these things gave me more energy.
It was refreshing for me to get back to a love to of mine, even though I’m not competing anymore. What are your passions? Create margin this week from one of your passions.
BUILT TO LEAD 
Bullseye, Tay. You just gave me the PA that will be the Rx for my ongoing struggle with margin. While I love being in the Challenge zone most of the time, too much can be counterproductive. And you did so in just 3 brief paragraphs. Master Connector stuff right there. Thank you!