Melissa Mack's Blog

There's personal success and then there's couple/group success through teamwork...working together towards a common goal.  No matter how you look at it....success takes selflessness, time, patience, and passion for what you are trying to attain.  So, why did I bring this up?  Well, there are a couple of reasons, but I am going to focus on one specific scenario that involved Dick Goddard and myself this past Tuesday.  We knew severe weather was possible (which we all know came to fruition).  I did have to work the morning show and the noon show, but when severe storms began to proliferate, I was out the door and right back in the weather center to assist Dick during a very hectic evening.  I know many of you have emailed  &/or chatted with me asking how I am feeling.  Of course, I am very tired after pulling a long shift.  However, the payoff is success here at FOX 8, and it all starts with selflessness.  It's about pitching in to help others instead of always thinking just about yourself or how it will affect you. 

Another excellent example is being married or in a committed love relationship. Nobody is perfect, but it's our responsibility to forgive our loved one for his/her trespasses,  support them when they are down, offer our compassion, and unconditionally love that person to create and maintain a healthy relationship.  Undoubtedly, the relationship will fail if one falls short of his/her responsibility.  You both must be givers when necessary.  A one-sided relationship usually has a painful outcome.

I hope this gives you a chance to reflect upon your past doings, think of your present state of mind and prepare for your future.  Life is truly complete when you love your own heart and soul...so that you are able to radiate that love unto others.  REMEMBER, YOU MUST LOVE YOURSELF FIRST BEFORE YOU CAN TRULY LOVE SOMEONE ELSE.

How have you helped a co-worker lately?  Are you the person always giving/taking?  Have you told your loved one how much you love them today?

Never take anything for granted...it just may slip away.

Mack :)