Star Trek: Into Darkness
This weekend I had the great pleasure to enjoy a date night with my wife, that also involved us watching Star Trek: Into Darkness in the local theater. I have to say, the current film is excellent. It really is a great movie to see in the theater, as well. There is just something about the big screen and huge sound that make for an ideal experience.
I also found no small amusement in the fact the character played by Benedict Cumberbatch is named John Harrison.
So where am I going with all this? I have a confession. I actually think about quotes and sound bites as I watch movies. It’s like some kind of sickness, really. I also know that Star Trek can be a source for great leadership lesson, like this one. Near the middle of Star Trek: Into Darkness, there was a quote from Captain James T. Kirk, that really spoke to me. When faced with a difficult challenge, his comment was:
“I don’t know what I am supposed to do, but I know what I can do.”
What a great sentiment. How many times have I felt stuck, not sure what I should do? Fearful of making a choice, because I don’t want to make the “wrong” decision?
It is easy to avoid taking action, making the excuse that we are not sure what we should do. So we do nothing.
Meanwhile, there really is only one response:
Leap into action.
Take personal responsibility.
Do what you can do, where you are, with what you have.
Join the away team, and beam down to the planet (unless you are wearing a red shirt).
Where in your life do you need to stop worrying, and start acting?
I still need to see it! I have part 1 and I loved it. J.J Abrams is my favorite.
Great quote. It’s all about living intentionally.
Thanks for your comment Josue – if you liked the first one, you will love ST: Into Darkness – it’s been a long time since I have considered seening a movie twice while it is in the theater, but I’d go back to see it again!
Indeed. Thanks! Great post by the way. You just gave me a few ideas on blogging about the message behind a movie. Really cool. Love it. Keep it up!
It’s interesting how I’m so good at “action” in some areas of my life and so stuck in others. As of this week, I started ACTING in my career progression. This August, I’ll be a certified personal trainer. That’s one big step toward my dream. Have a fabulous day!
First of all, congratulations in advance on your accomplishment! How great it is to be pursuing your dream.
It is very interesting how we can limit outselves in some areas (usually because of some valid excuse that is TBU = True But Useless).
These areas are usually the ones that will make the biggest difference in our life if we were to be successful. Somehow that pressure gets to us, and it becomes easier just to make an excuse.
Thank you for sharing your success here Lauren!
You are absolutely right. Thank you 🙂
“Leap into action” powerful statement Jonathan! Sometimes we just need to start taking action and not worry so much about the fear or outcome. Great thoughts.
Absolutely –
“Sometimes we just need to start taking action and not worry so much about the fear or outcome.”
Very well said!
Thanks man:) Great post! Really enjoyed reading it.