1.31.2014

white space

Our culture is so obsessed with what's next. We're so uncomfortable with the thought of white space.

That's a tragedy because it bears direct relationship to a widespread lack of intentionality in our lives.

Have you ever left a job and found the immediate question you received from others was "what's next?" That question, though often asked in good spirit, deprives the white space of it's value. 

Perhaps the wandering moments in between are of much greater value than we are led to believe. In those moments, we can explore personal values and desires more deeply than when entrenched in other expectations. We can hone in on next steps with greater intentionality. 

When you explore the white space, your next move isn't dictated by what's easiest, fastest, or most widely-praised. Instead, your next move is based upon what's most meaningful and intentional for you. 

So go ahead, bask in the white space. Dig in and discover it's profound value. Those less-definable periods awaken immense perspective.