If you have never heard a person order a Dewar’s on the rocks. You might be hanging out in the wrong bars. For those that do not consume alcohol, Dewar’s is a brand of blended Scotch whiskey. This brand was created by a gentleman named Thomas Dewar in Perth, Scotland, in the late 1800's. In my opinion, it is a good brand of Scotch and is continuously rated as one of the best in the world. I like a little water in mine.
Sitting down with a nice drink to sip and enjoy with good company is always a good experience. What is even better is sitting around with a group of people you like, admire, and consider winners in the game of life. There is nothing wrong with enjoying a good scotch, bourbon, or just a beer. Remember, the table you sit at does make a difference in life.
These types of gatherings and conversations will continually open your mind to other ideas. You are listening to stories of success, crazy ideas that produced outstanding results, or you are collaborating with other great minds to form something that will revolutionize the world. Thomas Dewar had a great friend that he traveled with and shared many experiences in life. His name was Thomas Lipton, he did for tea what Dewar did for blended Scotch.
People who create some of the most amazing companies, come up with life changing inventions, and write the most beautiful words all have one thing in common - their open minds. Albert Einstein struggled with God and religion. Yet in a bible that he gave his wife’s secretary, he inscribed, “This book is an inexhaustible source of living wisdom and consolation. Read therein and think thereon.” He was open minded about a lot in the world.
Thomas Dewar knew that life was meant to be lived. That is why at a young age he went to work in his uncle’s wine and spirits business where he became a partner. Then going on to open his own business where he went to blend and bottle whiskies. He built one of the most world-renowned brands because he was open minded enough to advertise with one of the largest signs in England, travel the world and set up salesmen in 26 countries, and an office in New York.
Can you imagine sitting around talking to some of the greatest minds of the last century? Dewar, Einstein, Hemmingway, McMurtry, and myself having a drink and discussing ideas, travels, and world events. The banter, laughter, and wisdom would be enough to fill your soul. Now take those famous people out and replace them with your tribe. The people that inspire you, the people that motivate you, the people that make you be a better person. The openness of the mind is key to that life. Being able to not judge or look down on others is an insight to being a better person who is happier in their own life.
All of this can be achieved, and even more is possible, when you open your mind. Look at how you can be a better person. Look at how you can help others. Take time to enjoy Dewar's on the rocks in a nice bar or lounge with friends who make you a better person. Remember, the table you sit at is important in life.
“Minds are like parachutes – they only function when open.” – Thomas Dewar
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