Those of us at the Blue Mesa Group are proud to be aunts and uncles to Ryan and Alexa Johnson’s new baby. We have, vicariously, been on this journey of new life, practically since the beginning. We've been there to witness and support them, from Alexa’s morning sickness to the challenging and blessed lessons and longings that become deeply apparent before little Sydney emerged into her first winter.
This new baby Sydney is a potent reminder of the sanctity of life. Her precious innocence, her raw vulnerability, her resilience. Who is Sydney to become? What will her gifts be? Who will her friends be? How will she find meaning? What will she value and why? What can we learn from this young life?
Might the questions we ask about Sydney's future be reflective questions for each of us? What are the correlations between welcoming a new family member and embracing leadership? No doubt, there are plenty. We can start with recognizing our own ability to be resilient, innocent, vulnerable. Can we remember to appreciate life in every form? As stewards of business, our employees and the planet, we have the opportunity and it is our duty to touch in with the fundamental questions about life. In asking and in answering these questions, maybe we can bring more peace, more love, more healing and more joy into our lives and the lives of others. After all, Sydney, and all the other new lives deserve it.
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I always thought that "How would I advise my child to handle this situation?" was a good primer for any dilemma I was facing. We tend to make exceptions for ourselves and want the best for our children. This question cuts through that. If I'd make a suggestion to my child, chances are it's advice I should follow, too. Now we can see if I was right!
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