Nature of Heart

Slow Process

The following metaphor uses the same illustration and observation as "Persistent Life Force." However, this is slanted more to the individual instead of the organization.

Some processes take a long time to yield results.

A tree is growing on what appears to be solid rock. Its roots, unable to find deep soil, have filled small crevices, then coiled out and around the rock, almost seeming to be one with it. When this tree is gone, its legacy will be fertile soil for new growth to challenge the rock's sovereignty again.

Points to Ponder . . .

• What in your life has taken a long time to yield results? How would you describe the process that brought this about?
• What does the term "deep soil" mean to you in terms of your own life? What, if anything, seems to block your search for deep soil?
• Where in your life would you like to create places for new growth?
• What would it take to do this?

 Illustration by Cindy Mueller; © by Wanda McGee, all rights reserved.

Posted by Wanda McGee - Friday, 03/26/10, 02:15 PM - Comments - Category: Nature's Metaphors for Life