Planting
Seeds for the Future by
Janet Shlaes, Ph.D.
“Don’t judge
each day by the harvest you reap but by the seeds that you plant.”
~ Robert
Louis Stevenson
Every action that you take or conversation that you engage in has a ripple impact out into the world, mostly in unanticipated ways. In fact, there is an area of study concerning unanticipated consequences devoted to this phenomenon. Although this study concentration is primarily focused on negative consequences, I propose that it is equally likely for your actions and words to set positive future consequences into motion. I find this likelihood to be both comforting and filled with tremendous responsibility, as well as comprised of the need for self-awareness, intention, trust, faith and patience. Let me explain……
As a
psychologist, my work with individuals and organizations predominantly focuses
on articulating an aspirational vision and generating viable strategies, systems,
structures, skills and mindsets to reach this vision. As a graduate school
professor, my work focuses on imparting an optimal blend of theory, practice,
skills and mindsets. In all of my professional roles, I work from a place of
passion, dedication, knowledge and experience. With the wisdom that time and
experience provides, I have come to realize that I ultimately work from a place of
trust, faith and patience. I trust in the motivation, integrity and native
intelligence of my students and clients. I have faith that the seeds that I
plant will blossom with time, intention, action and experience and that what I
have to offer is “good enough” to facilitate this eventual blossoming. I have
patience, derived from the experience and belief that one’s unfolding ensues
over time.
Whether
you’re aware of it or not, you are continually planting seeds of wisdom, faith,
trust and inspiration in others, seeds that organically and miraculously take
root and grow in unexpected ways. What seeds will you plant today?
Janet
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