Daily Leadership Thought #155 – We Do Reap What We Sow…
All of us do “reap what we sow.”
There are some old sayings that stick around for a while because they contain a fundamental truth that transcends the ages. One of my favorites is “We reap what we sow.” It is a simple concept, yet profound nonetheless. Our actions will always have consequences. Think about it. Sometimes in the smallest ways, we impact other people. Less frequently but more powerfully are those actions that, over time, have a significant impact on others.
I believe in the concept of karma – what we put out into the world comes back to us, whether good, bad, or otherwise. I invite you to take a moment to reflect on the most important relationships in your life. Are you taking someone for granted? Are you making someone else’s life unnecessarily stressful or difficult? Are you tending to your relationship garden in a manner that allows flowers to bloom and shrubs to grow, or precipitating an early frost that causes things to wither and fade?
It’s widespread practice these days to blame others for our own unhappiness. Don’t do it! Look in the mirror first and ask yourself the two Buddha questions: 1) How have I contributed to the situation, and 2) What am I supposed to learn from this? Happiness and fulfillment begin with you and your impact on others, not the other way around.
Whatever your vocation or position of authority, try and sow some positive energy in this world and your relationships. See the good in others. Give someone a second chance – it will make all the difference. I have learned some lessons the hard way in my life, and let me tell you, the hard way is overrated. What the world and business need most right now is positive karma.
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