Kestrel the Druid

What does it mean to “Go with the Flow”? I keep being told that I need to be flexible. Often times at work, the plan will change as we’re performing the task. But does that mean that I should just do whatever someone tells me and never get upset or frustrated? That is a very difficult ask. How do you allow yourself to adapt while not losing yourself in the process?

During my meditation time today, it came to me. Much like the tall grass moving with the wind, it is more about cooperation than domination. It allows the wind to bend it, but stays anchored to the earth. If someone tells you to change, you should listen and contemplate. Even give it a try. But if it isn’t working for you, don’t keep pushing. Let it fall away. Think more like a tree bending in the wind and not like a leaf being swept away be the current. Be true to yourself and also, be willing to change.

How to apply this concept at my job? Maybe by thinking about the change and why it’s happening. We must understand that we are all human. We don’t always have the answers right away, and need to pivot when a new solution arises. I will try to remember this lesson in the days to come. Bend to the wind, and stay rooted to your true self.