Seven is a beautiful number. Biblically it is the number of completion and the first day of rest. I like to think of seven as God’s rhythm number… six on and one off. That said… I think we have a problem with 7.
We mentally rank everything. It gives us bearing on what we are doing, how close we are to completion, and how well we perform. Be careful that you don’t fall prey to SEVEN. I don’t remember the first time I heard this concept, but I have found it to be an invaluable tool for action.
NEVER USE 7
Anytime you need to make a weighted judgement, rank the decision on a scale of 1-10 but don’t use the number 7. This is a little uncomfortable at first but it is a springboard for action.
7 is average.
7 is lazy.
7 is meh…
7 is a copout.
If something is a 6 or an 8, it requires action. There is either something wrong that needs immediate attention or something is right and it deserves our praise! Answer these three questions.
Would you date someone who is a 6?
Would you date someone who is an 8?
Would you settle for 7?
Force yourself out of the comfort of 7, out of the comfort of average, and move toward excellence. Make a commitment and stop riding the fence of mediocrity.
So then because thou art lukewarm, and neither cold nor hot, I will spue thee out of my mouth.
Revelation 3:16 KJV