Life is already challenging and filled with the unforeseen – so the pieces we have control over are to keep it simple and less complicated. Even with a relationship, if a friend is lamenting to me, “He doesn't call me,” “He won't return my texts,” “Sometimes he's really sweet, sometimes he acts like he doesn't want to be with me,” etc. It should and will be simple. If he wants you and you want him, it is obvious and known. If not, cut the ties (ha, I know, it's not so simple) but really. The answer is, maybe not the process.

It also begins to be obvious when you see/call/keep in touch with specific friends and the others…well you know you are being intentional. Don't be friends with someone because you feel forced or obligated. That isn't simplicity. Life is beautiful and we should embrace that while also feeling stronger that the simpler we focus our efforts, the easier it can be.

Great post!

So interesting to read your blog today of all days. I've gone through some personal hardships in the last couple of months, and your thoughts here really re-energized me. So much of what you say applies to how I already live my life, but a reminder, here and again, is always welcome. Thank you!

Rosanna

I go back to my news days. When I'd write an radio cast for an anchor or myself, I kept thinking how I could get the most news in during one minute. You keep it simple. Who? What? Where? When? Why? Instead of going over the top, the more simple we can put things for clients, fellow pros, etc., the clearer things are for all.

Great post. While you don't mention its relevance to PR, I would be surprised if you weren't thinking along that line.

Too often, I believe, PR professionals (especially new pros trying to break into the biz) tend to over-think the work that needs to be done, whether it's pitching a story or writing a strategy plan. In an effort to differentiate ourselves, we want everything to be perfect; we want to look super-brilliant. When, in reality, the work we are doing can be accomplished by picking up the phone, or putting our experience into action. It can be quite simple, really, but we make it more complex than it needs to be.

When you think about it, the old mantra, “K.I.S.S.” should guide us most of the way.