Each of us needs something new at some point. New clothes, due to a change in weight or work. New friendships, because we moved away. A new job, because we need another challenge. A new house, because we outgrew the old one. A new start, because our whole life needs changing. . . .
Some times new growth is so slow and gradual that we almost fail to notice it. Like a late coming Spring. It seems nothing is happening, until we realized the sun is shining, the temperature is consistently over 60 degrees, and the trees have new leaves.
Other times the new is dramatic. Like a fierce storm, bringing destruction in its path. The aftermath requires drastic reconstruction and healing.
New growth can be very hard work. Like the toil and problems the Pilgrims endured to be able to live a new life in a new country.
At other times, the new surprises us like a sudden ray of sun sneaking out from beneath a black and dreary sky: an unexpected promotion, a sudden new insight that solves a difficult problem, or a new friend that comes dancing into our life when we least expected it.
Embrace the new
No matter how it comes, or in which style, you need to be willing and ready to embrace the new. Start looking for possibilities. Don’t keep so busy with the drudgery of the urgent and familiar, that you don’t leave time for the new and vital.
Take a few minutes now to “daydream.” Dream about “what might be.” Think about what is the new you need to grow in your life, your family, or your work.
Then follow the dream with a clear design and specific objectives. Try some of the following tips:
- Make a list of the three most important new things you want to grow.
- Write down why they are important to you.
- Choose one that you would be willing to start doing NOW. The best way to take action is to start as soon as you make the decision.
- Devise a reasonable plan on how to incorporate the new in your life.
- Examine how you might “sabotage” your plan and formulate ways to prevent this from happening.
- Be specific and realistic.
- Start small and grow into the new.
By doing this, you will be empowered to learn and grow. If you stop growing, you’ll die. And there is nothing sadder than a living person that is dead! Beautiful flower gardens require dreams, design, and lots of time and work.
Dream big, envision something new. Plan and act on your dream with purpose and perseverance. Then, find someone to accompany and encourage you in your journey. Go, grow something new in your life!
What do you think?
What is your dream? What is something new you can grow in your life? How can you contribute to grow something new in your organization. Share your comments with us.
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