“If I contradict myself, very well…I contradict myself.” – Leo Babauta, author

Creative spelling irritates me – creative grammar and punctuation do not. I love pajamas because they are comfortable, and high heeled shoes which are not. I get excited with out of the box thinking and nervous when some people stray too far from the norm. I thrive in security, yet find myself taking big chances all the time.

Within my personality, I have contradictions. My husband would say that makes me crazy. I would say it makes me complex and diverse. I have a better way with words, don’t you think?

It has been my experience that most people have these contradictions in their personalities. Mind you, I am not talking about those in morality or intellectually dishonest inconsistencies. I am talking about those slight differences in the things that motivate, intrigue and enthrall.

I spent quite a deal of time attempting to line up those little idiosyncrasies that lived inside my brain. Now I embrace them. These complexities have value in their ability to make us real and authentic individuals. Many times, we are able to see different perspectives of the same reality. Often, these personality complexities allow us to relate to others on deeper, more connected level.

Today I encourage you to embrace your contradictions. Remember that it is not only the difference among others that make us a wonderful variety of people. It is also those contradictions within ourselves that create the rainbow of our own personality.

BlogSavannah UnConference

Wikipedia explains that an UnConference is a “conference where the content of the sessions is created and managed by the participants, generally day-by-day during the course of the event, rather than by one or more organizers in advance of the event.”

If you live or are going to be in Savannah, UnConference 2008 is now taking registrations of the “free” kind. The UnConference will be held January 25th, 9am-4pm at Armstrong Atlantic State University Center for Professional and Continuing Education.

If you are a blogger, curious about blogging, or considering implementing an interactive web strategy into your business plan, this is a great time to get your feet wet. You can find more information at the BlogSavannah website.

Today’s quote was found at Leo Babauta’s Zen Habits

“You have brains in your head. You have feet in your shoes. You can steer yourself in any direction you choose. You’re on your own. And you know what you know. You are the guy who’ll decide where to go.” – Dr. Seuss, author (1904-1991)

I love New Year’s Day. Black eyed peas, collard greens, no laundry, and great football – what’s not to love?

I don’t make resolutions. To me there is a self sabotage factor that inevitably follows every one I have ever made. But, I do enjoy the reflection of the past and the forward looking future that is natural for this day. I am going to enjoy this day. I am going to appreciate where I have been and dream big about where I am going.

I am going to roll around on the floor with my kids, write while they nap, go outside if the weather is nice, and watch lots of football. I am going to eat food that would never fit in with any health resolution (another reason I don’t make them). I will not stress.

Today, I want to encourage you to look back at 2007 with productive eyes, take what’s important, leave what’s not, and then turn back around.

Look deep into 2008 with child-like eyes. Remember that wonder is not a bad thing. While stepping into the unknown is not limited to New Year’s Day, there is a point of passage that happens when the year changes. Embrace it and know you have control of all the places you will go.

Happy 2008!

It’s a fun coincidence that the first issue of 2008′s Turn Around Tuesday falls on News Year’s Day. Kind of symbolic of the whole purpose of regular renewal.

As many of you know, I enjoy the internet community that is the blogosphere. Blogging has becoming a integral part of what I do and it has introduced me to numerous people and opportunities.

Therefore, there is a new addition to Turn Around Tuesday. Originally, the quotes were obtained from wherever I found good ones. Now, they will come from or be inspired by a blog. That blog will be cited at the end of the article. I hope you will take a minute each week to check it out. I am betting you will really like what you find there.

Today’s quote was found at Karen Wallace’s The Clearing Space

Photo Credit to Sachin Ghodke