One Word

I was wondering today how my clients would describe me in one word.  In a small group that I am a part of, a friend of mine asked each of us to write one word to describe us.  She then took photos of our hands.  I'm not sure what she is doing with it but she is a talented artist so I'm sure it will be interesting when she is done. 

My word was "hyperactive".  To this group of folks I hang out with it makes sense to them.  For me, it makes sense to me as well.  I get a lot of things going and am challenged to stay on task, I may even be a little ADHD. 

But I doubt that many of my clients that don't know me personally might describe me that way.  I had a client today and while I wouldn't say she is hyperactive she is definitely high energy.  When she sits down she rapidly tells me all that has been going on.  She stays very busy with work, with long hours, and this weekend her son is getting married.  As she spoke with me I wondered whether she is like this at home. 

With someone like this I get tired at times just listening to their life.  I have to put on my "calm" hat.  If I were to be hyperactive there would be so much energy the roof would blow off of the house.  In fact, I wonder if I might be a little hyperactive away from the massage table because I intentionally have to tone it down with the majority of my clients.