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The Way It Is


 


There’s a thread you follow. It goes among
things that change.  But it doesn’t change.
People wonder about what you are pursuing.
You have to explain about the thread.
But it is hard for others to see.
While you hold it you can’t get lost.
Tragedies happen; people get hurt
or die; and you suffer and get old.
Nothing you do can stop time’s unfolding.
You don’t ever let go of the thread.


 


A poem by William Stafford

 

I first heard this poem when it was read to me and my colleagues by a great Teacher.It was subsequently sent to me by a great friend and colleague and I want to share it with anyone who happens onto this space.As we all struggle with our perceived competing priorities,take a moment and on a piece of paper put down what your goal is in your area of interest/expertise.Once you have that written down,you will recognise the opportunities that arise for you to leverage to achieve your goal.

You will progress towards your goal but be aware that it is seldom completed by any one person.You need fellow travellers and eventually have to hand over to others to carry on the work you have started.

 

 

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