Growth

     In this complex and often very confusing world it’s always nice to know that we have that select few individuals whom we can turn to when things don’t always go right.  Those few whom we love and cherish are our friends and family.  Throughout the unforeseen occurrences of our life we can always turn to these few for comfort and support.  They’re always there to lend a helping hand whenever needed.

     But why is it when we decide to do something a little different form our “normal” routine --- like start our own business or “sideline” venture --- it is these same “FRIENDS AND FAMILY” who tell us that we are going to fail?  Perhaps they are merely concerned with our futures and don’t want to see us make fools out of ourselves.  Or maybe they’re jealous, thinking that we are going to accomplish something they have been unable to do.  Whichever the case may be, this “dampening” of our spirit is very often the thing that makes us hesitate about our venture or maybe not to try at all.

     Have you ever watched a child about the age of 9-15 months?  They’re learning to walk, to talk, and they are getting into everything.  But WHY are they doing this?  They WANT to explore new areas.  They WANT to learn.  Their mind is like a sponge --- absorbing everything around them.  Sure they fall.  Sure they get bumps and bruises.  And true, sometimes there may be a serious injury.  But, they learn --- they expand --- they grow.  They become better people because of their experiences.

     Now I’m NOT saying we should act like children and hastily dart from one venture or the next.  Or continually change jobs just for a NEW experience.  Children do these things because they are encouraged to do them.  They are expected to succeed.  So have a little faith in those around you who want to start that new business or strike out I the new venture.  Support them and encourage them. You may be truly surprised at what they can accomplish.

     You may need to become the “wind beneath their wings” to help support them while they are learning to “fly”.  You may become a better person yourself and it’s possible that you will learn a few things also.  Maybe by helping them enough you’ll find out that you too want to strike out on your own and have your business or venture that you can grow to maturity.

QUOTE TO CONSIDER

THOUGHTFUL GEM

"Call a rose by any other name ---

but still watch out for the thorns!"