Do you think that you are working hard? That you’re doing a tough job? Perhaps that your hard work is not even appreciated? That your day is full of difficult tasks and have no time to rest because your company or employer depends on you? I certainly know that feeling! However, checking the description of the world’s toughest job might change your perspective.
Let’s look at some of the requirements of the toughest job in the world, exactly as the hiring manager described them to the candidates: mobility, high-level of stamina, constantly on your feet; seven days a week; no breaks available; excellent negotiation and interpersonal skills; degree in medicine, finance and the culinary arts; ability to wear many hats, and a lot more… (and you don’t even want to know what the salary is!)
In the video below, you can watch the interviews with the job applicants and their reactions to the manager’s demands. You’ll be surprised by the number of people who are actually doing this job! Make sure to watch this through and you will be truly amazed!
http://youtu.be/HB3xM93rXbY
Ok, now that you know what this is about, please, do me a favour and watch it again one more time. It will make a lot more sense and you’ll definitely see things differently.
It’s true; mums have the hardest job ever! And we don’t appreciate it as much as we should. We take everything they do for granted. I mean, they’re our mums, it’s their job, right? Well, it’s the world’s toughest job! And mothers around the world are doing it for so many years without complains.
These ‘magicians’ are there for us 24/7 taking care of us, helping us and making everything possible! They’re always by our side when we need them (and even if we don’t know when we need them, they do).
And it’s not only about the big things (like the ones mentioned in the video), it’s the little ones too that matter. If you think about it, they’re not ‘little’ at all. That’s what I call magic.
As Guy Hatcher -in his article “Taking Time to Notice Mom“, on crosswalk.com- describes a simple ‘everyday-life’ scene:
” Eventually I was struck by a family of three – a noticeably efficient mom with a daughter approximately four years in age and a slightly older son. They’d arrived precisely on-time armed with a dual stroller, and mom’s carry-on bag thrown over her shoulder. As the evening wore on, I watched as a computer, head phones, milk bottle, cuddle blankets, books, games, Kleenex, wipes, videos and snacks were retrieved, all from this not-so-big bag – a bag of tricks for sure – as whatever need arose was instantly met with a quick dip inside by mom’s wonderful sleight-of-hand.
Observing this young mother with her little ones reminded me of my own family, and how my wife so lovingly and expertly cares for our children when we travel – somehow always able to meet their need at a moment’s notice. Her accomplishments are amazing and truly a gift for which I am grateful. But this experience made it all the more joyful, and turned an otherwise frustrating evening at the airport into a blessing I hope to always remember – not only to continue appreciating my wife, but to see motherhood as the gift it truly is. “
With Mother’s Day around the corner, take the time to appreciate, respect and thank your mother for everything she’s done for you throughout the years. Understand the challenges and sacrifices of volunteering to do the toughest job in the whole world. And live by that every day. Not only this Sunday. Show her your love and appreciation every single day of your life.
And for those of you who have children, a big ‘Thank you’ for being one of the billions doing the world’s toughest job! Our world is a better place because of you.
I love you mum!