One of my daily exercises is to listen to my Minute with Maxwell word of the day.
I always find some take away from this moment each morning that helps me find a place to center my thoughts. 
Much like today, I often find that this break in my day affords me an opportunity to collect myself.
There are times that I use the word of the day to challenge myself.
There are times when the word of the day serves as a touch stone for what is important in my life.
And there are also times when the word of the day is like a gentle touch on my shoulder reminding me of who I am and what is important to me. I suppose that is why I choose to share my daily encounter from my mentor with others.
Today was no exception.
As I sat down at my computer , my mind was racing and I was distracted by a number of things swirling around me.
My heart was racing ,my affect was fitful and I knew I was fairly worked up over a number of things. Simply by clicking play,the words of my friend and mentor John Maxwell managed to diffuse the energy that was building inside of me . I imagine some people use prayer for this. Others go to yoga.
Meditation is another avenue towards finding that center.
To each his own I suppose.
I am grateful to have found this 1 minute of reflection in my day .
Reflection ....
this was one of  my Minute with Maxwell words this week.
Experience without reflection is akin to having a Ferrari in your garage and never driving it.
It serves no purpose.
I suppose if I gather up enough words of the day, I eventually will have the vocabulary that compliments the life I choose to live. 
Shabbat Shalom!