Jigsaw Puzzles – ‘It will be a challenge’
Gabrielle Dolan
I teach people how to tell stories more effectively in business. International keynote speaker. Best-selling author. Podcaster - Keeping it Real with Jac and Ral. ???gabrielledolan.com
I love jigsaw puzzles.
I prefer ones that have a lot of contrast in the image and the shapes of the pieces. So, not too much monotone sky or water and a good variety of shape sizes (edges, regulars, irregulars, double wings, double ears and triple ears).
Jigsaw Puzzles Challenge
For my birthday this year, my husband gave me a jigsaw saying, “I thought this one would be a challenge for you”.
I said thank you but… I immediately knew due to the lack of contrast in the image, it was 100% sky, I would hate it.
My Attempt
When I opened it, I also noticed that there were only the edges and regular shapes. The minimum variety of shapes you can have in a jigsaw. This was certainly going to be a challenge and a boring one at that.
Unfortunately, it became a process of elimination. Trying pieces instead of the enjoyment of visually matching contrast in colour and shape. I gave up at the point I took the photo above.
My Thoughts on Challenges
The reason I am sharing this is that we are often encouraged to take on challenges in our professional and personal lives. To step outside our comfort zone. But it still should be enjoyable. Don't take on a challenge for the sake of it. Make sure you are either growing from it and/or enjoying it.
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P.S. Does anyone want a jigsaw puzzle?
P.P.S. A not-so-subtle segue, but if you want a challenge that will provide growth and enjoyment, then check out my upcoming public workshops on storytelling and presenting.
Virtual Workshops
Strategic Storytelling - 27th May, 9:30am to 1pm (AEDT)
Powerful Presentations - 6th June, 1pm to 4:30pm (AEDT)
Face-to-Face in New York City
Strategic Storytelling & Powerful Presentations Full Day?Workshop - 24th June, 9am-4pm (EDT)
I am passionate about helping people get better at sharing business stories. If you want to get better at telling stories then check out my free?7-Day Storytelling?Starter Kit. You can also find out more about the work I do at?gabrielledolan.com?or send me an?email?to set up a time to chat.
Manager Director | Toy Shop Supplier | Handicraft | Wood Toy | Jigsaw Puzzle | Chinese Culture Influencer
1 年Wow,it's a hugh project !
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2 年I am with you on the difference between lines and contrast and... well, you know, Gabrielle Dolan. I got a Turner painting puzzle and sky and water and sunset is all different colors of mud when cut into 1000 pieces. My only reason to finish was that I love Turner. Here is a somewhat different take on what can come up from working on a puzzle (with plenty of lines and contrasts) https://usdkexpats.org/20200424-sheltering-thousand-pieces.
Trainer, Facilitator, Training Lead, Project Coordinator.
2 年Love jigsaw puzzles. Once started a 5000 piece one but ran out of room in the floor ????
International Speaker | Workshop Facilitator | Storyteller | Musician | Gallup StrengthsFinder Coach | 360+Episodes Podcast Host | Author | Job Interview Coach
2 年I really appreciate this one, Gabrielle! The concept of choosing your challenges (when possible) reminds me of when I realized I didn’t have to finish every book I started. When our boys were little I worked at our local library at the circulation desk. I’d have 25+ books on my library card and would be reading multiple books at a time. A couple on my bedside table, a couple in my locker at work for breaks, at least one in my car, plus an audiobook ready to cue up… I vividly remember reading the first couple of chapters of an award-winning book and thinking: I really don’t like this. Why am I still reading it? Time is precious! It’s my responsibility to make the most of it, and with so many “have-tos”, the “want-tos” are even more important to focus on. Thanks for the reminder. ??
Executive Leader, Award Winning Author, Mentor to Fellow Women of Color
2 年Great story…challenging yourself for challenge’s sake and not enjoying it? Yuck.