The Network Garden

Too often, we fall into the trap of reflexive thinking.

We can become unnecessarily rote in how we manage our personal and professional lives. Here are three different scenarios where we succumb to reflexive behavior:

1) “This is what first came to my mind when the question was asked, therefore…”

2) “This is how we always handle such and such, therefore…”

3) “This is how I feel when such and such situations occur, therefore…”

But, there’s something to be said for NOT being reflexive.

For allowing situations to “soak in,” focused, aware and with directed thought, but also without preconception.

This allows us to take inventory of a given situation and let it take root.

To scan the conceptual paths, ponder the salient details & implications a bit, and then (and only then) decide.

This is the goodness of marinating on a wide range of situations, including:
— Ideas and Ideation
— Interpersonal Exchanges
— Communication Best Practices
— Goals, Strategies & Tactics
— Ways of Interpreting

Allowing oneself to marinate on situations is illuminating, while also being good at breaking down scar tissue, and empowering us to forge new paths.

Give it a try.