His latest obsession is sneakers, and I know we are in trouble. He saved his birthday and Christmas money and splurged on what he refers to as ‘his first’ Air Jordan Nike high-tops. First? I ask. Yeah, he says, I’m a sneakerhead now, you know.
Uh oh.
Like so many professionals these days, I also work remotely, part of a company team spread across the country. It wasn’t a conscious decision, but I’ve also taken Dad’s words to heart. Each day, I rise early to exercise, shower, and dress to greet the day as if I’d actually see my professional colleagues in person instead of just via Zoom or email from my home office. On Fridays, I try to get outside for a long walk if the weather cooperates, but I try to select an outfit that easily converts ‘up’ with a jacket and necklace so that even my disembodied head on screen doesn’t betray my casual Friday vibe.
Something about being dressed and ready to go puts me in the right mindset for my day, just like it did for Dad.
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