What’s in this picture?
Some will say, “I see a puddle, mud, and a mess of footprints, bike tracks, and tire marks.” And they’d be right—especially if they’re worried about keeping their shoes clean.
But someone else might exclaim, “That’s not all! I also see the reflection of towering trees, the twilight sky, and a full moon.”
A simple puddle reflects eternity. Beauty appears in the mud.
You can focus only on the ground or only on the sky. Or you can switch between them at will, playing with three elements: sky, water, and earth.
The eye registers only what the mind allows it to see. That’s why it’s shocking when people describe the same thing in completely different ways.
No wonder improving a business—or a life—is so hard. The mind resists new perspectives. It ignores unpleasant facts, even when they’re lined up right in front of it.
In the end, reality forces the mind to see—through the sheer scale and frequency of suffering.
How can we speed up that process? For me, the best catalyst is another person. Someone wise. Someone who sees the divine spark in me and truly wants what’s best for me.
Do you have someone like that in your life?
Yours sincerely,
-Alexander
About me:
As a business therapist, I help tech founders quickly solve dilemmas at the intersection of business and personality, and boost company value as a result.
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