Have you ever noticed how much a change of perspective can literally change everything? How the position from which you view a situation can directly affect the choices the you make and the way that you handle the challenges facing you? Do you see the challenges as challenges to be overcome on the way to something bigger, or are they obstacles stopping you and problems defeating you?

I took the above two photos recently while at the beach to illustrate my point. I didn't move my feet - both shots were taken from the exact same spot. The only thing that changed in these shots was the perspective. One was taken from ground level and one from standing up. In comparing the two shots, it is amazing just how much difference it makes. The subject of both is exactly the same but the change of perspective shows a different point of view. The pieces of seaweed in the first shot are part of the overall picture, however in the second shot they almost become the focus. One shot is not necessarily better than the other, but they are definitely different. What you see in each one will depend entirely on your perspective.

Are you losing track of the big picture in your life because you are getting distracted by the seaweed in front of you? Are the dreams and goals you have for your life getting lost because you are totally focused on the problems in front of you instead of where you are headed? Problems and challenges have a way of pulling you down. When you are caught up in them, it is easy to let them become all encompassing, and instead of using them as stepping stones to where you are headed, they become a mountain blocking the way.

Next time you find yourself becoming hyper focused on whatever is happening in front of you, stop for a minute and think about where you are headed. Think about your dreams, plans, and the things that you are trying to achieve and work out if you need to change your perspective and adjust your focus. Work out what your attention is caught by and if your perspective is one of seaweed and obstacles or one of big horizons and future dreams. Maybe a change of perspective about your situation is what is needed.