Our level of commitment tends to waiver depending on a whole variety of factors. Employees and companies were more committed to "a life of balance" before the recent economic downturn than they are at present. I have also noticed that, given the current economic environment, many managers seem less committed to their direct reports. "They are lucky to have a job," I have heard too many say.

But most striking is how many people have gone into survival mode. Dreams have been put on the back-burner. So, I ask you, how committed are you to your dreams? Surely you have some that are not dependent on financial resources... give them priority, and they will reinvigorate your life.