Too many things in this world, and in my life, are surrounded by the theme of ‘timing’. I suppose anyone could make a case for why this is important, but in the grand scheme of things when people say “ooh, perfect timing”, or “i guess is was just bad timing”, does it really matter? I am in the ‘no’ camp, and here is why.

Quality. I’m not on anyone else’s schedule. When I do things, I want them to be awesome, and I do them at my own pace. My friend Andrew Hyde once said, “Things don’t happen for a reason. They happen, and you can assign a reason if it makes you feel better.” So, as far as timing is concerned, staying focused on what you want to accomplish and doing it right is more important than anything. Don’t let the timing of events sway you in one direction or another, because that’s when you start making excuses.

Purpose. Defined as ‘a fundamental human need for guiding ideals that give meaning to our actions’ (R.F.), time shows no relevance in this space. Many of us spend our entire lives trying to figure out what we are best at, or what it is we feel like we are meant to do. This can be expressed in the building of relationships to share and pass along information genetically or ideologically. In terms of fulfillment or happiness, when timing enters the equation- it becomes a race of egos. The whole model falls apart.

Opportunity. Let’s say you miss a single opportunity due to so-called timing. This, in fact, may have opened up several more opportunities that you never expected. Therefore, the timing becomes a non factor. I really think that when you look at things in terms of time and convenience, your vision becomes extremely narrowed.  Try to look at things in a broader scope. You’ll find that there are opportunities everywhere when you stop looking at your watch.

These are just a few thoughts. Maybe timing is everything. What do you think?