The Chinese bamboo tree teaches patience with style. You plant it, water it, and wait… and wait… for years. Nothing above the surface. Meanwhile, the tree is secretly building a vast root system deep underground. Then, suddenly, in its fifth year, it shoots up to 80 feet in just six weeks. The takeaway? Real growth often happens out of sight. Keep nurturing your efforts, even when it seems like nothing’s happening—you might just be laying the groundwork for something huge.
Not The Same Man
No man ever steps in the same river twice, for it’s not the same river and he’s not the same man. ~ Heraclitus
If You Are At Peace
If you are depressed you are living in the past. If you are anxious you are living in the future. If you are at peace you are living in the moment. ~ Lao Tzu
The Beginning of Wisdom
The beginning of wisdom is to call things by their proper name. ~ Confucius
Ep 83. Freedom And Constraint
Take a moment and imagine yourself on a rollercoaster, with the wind in your hair and the adrenaline running through your veins. You’re living life to the fullest. Now, in your mind strip away what makes the rollercoaster possible, the tracks. Scary, right? Without precisely laid tracks to guide the coaster, you get total mayhem. Life is a crazy ride demanding a balance of freedom and structure. To genuinely relish the highs and navigate the inevitable lows, we need order to provide us with a feeling of direction and purpose to enjoy the experience. Today, we’ll explore how embracing this balance empowers us to live a vibrant life.
Ep 72. Cactus Hugs And Buffalo Storms
Today, I have two different metaphors to offer you: the idea of Hugging The Cactus and nature’s example of Buffalo Running Into The Storm. Life, much like a desert, presents challenges that can feel as prickly as a cactus, yet by facing them head-on, we discover the strength to endure and overcome.
Kindness Is Never Wasted
No act of kindness, no matter how small, is ever wasted. ~ AESOP
Love Truth
Those who know the truth are not equal to those who love it. ~ Confucius
The Duty Of A Philosopher
The duty of the philosopher is to find the truth everywhere. ~ Nicolaus Copernicus
First Burn Within
What you wish to ignite in others must first burn within yourself. ~ Aurelius Augustinus