Embracing Personal Accountability for a Fulfilling Life

I expect little from Life. That said, I demand everything from me. If something isn’t going the way I want? I look at me. This applies to every aspect of my life.  If I am getting the sniffles?  I make sure to drink even more water and eat more whole fresh fruits and vegetables. If I’m feeling cranky? I meditate or take a nap or declare lights out by 8am. If I’m frustrated with someone else? I ask two things: 1) Does it directly concern me? And if no, I observe their struggles until they ask for my help. If yes, I ask if I could be communicating with them better — which usually means more directly instead of hoping to be understood. If I’m feeling stiff? I know I have been sitting writing too long and need to get up at least hourly to move in addition to taking a 30+ minute walk daily. If money isn’t flowing in my direction at the speed I like? I ask myself how can I provide others with more value. The list goes on with one commonality: Wherever I go, there I am.  I am the only constant in my life. Therefore, all my answers start we me: My perceptions, my actions, my attitudes, my thoughts. What do you think?  I’m curious…

© 2025 Dian Griesel

The Perception Brief™

Insights on how perception shapes decisions, communication, relationships, leadership and outcomes.

Receive new articles by email.

We don’t spam! Read our privacy policy for more info.


Discover more from Dian Griesel

Subscribe to get the latest posts sent to your email.

Tell me what you think about this! I’d love to hear your thoughts.

Discover more from Dian Griesel

Subscribe now to keep reading and get access to the full archive.

Continue reading

Discover more from Dian Griesel

Subscribe now to keep reading and get access to the full archive.

Continue reading