Twitter, hash tags and the two most powerful daily conversations

At the GTD summit, in addition to meeting some incredible people, I met some of the most engaged and passionate parents. Folks who are hungry to learn, to share, make a difference and leave a legacy. These are folks I am eager to learn from.

I was fortunate enough to have and interview with David Allen and write some posts about GTD and kids but this is a conversation that is much bigger than any one person.

At the GTD Summit I participated on a panel that talked about GTD from the Board Room to the Living Room. During that panel discussion I mentioned two of the most powerful moments in my day.

Powerful Zone #1: Breakfast with the Kids

This is probably the most important 15 to 30 minutes I spend in my day. During this time I spend time with the kids to imagine and discuss the outcomes for the day. I bore my kids daily by saying, "Welcome to the first day of the rest of your life!" We then talk about what is coming up for the day. I also use this time to tap in to the wisdom of the ages by reading a quote, sharing stories and more. I know many of you do too! In honor of this sacred territory I defined a hash tag for Twitter #breakfastwithkids. If you are Twittering it would be great to track your conversations around the breakfast table.



Powerful Zone #2: Dinner with Kids

On the other end of the day is the power of dinner with the kids. This is the time we use to reflect on the day. How'd did the things we discussed at breakfast work out? What unexpected things came up? How'd you choose to handle it? Etc. In honor of this space I defined the hash tag for Twitter #dinnerwithkids.



Like GTD this is simply a systematic approach to visioning and reflecting with your kids or as a family.

I imagine the wisdom discussed at breakfast and dinner shared across generations of parents/guardians. This is just a pebble dropped in the pond. I would be honored and greatful if you passed this hash tag on in your Tweets and Blogs.

I am confident together we will make a difference somewhere in this world.

Wishing you the best.

Mike

(the zonebyzoneguy on Twitter)