Stuck In The Mud
Some situations are so sticky the more you try to dig yourself out of them, the higher the probability of becoming more stuck.
Freedom from what is trapping you is seldom found in what is trapping you.
Some situations are so sticky the more you try to dig yourself out of them, the higher the probability of becoming more stuck.
What can compound the self-help mindset can be pride, shame, embarrassment, guilt or even the positive intention of not wanting to make your problems somebody else’s.
We all have the potential to find ourselves in these situations, but this can become a tragic, spiralling trap for people in positions we look up to, such as leadership.
There are times when relying on someone standing on firmer ground to provide direction and assistance is the smart thing to do.
The ability of leaders to be honest with themselves is equally as important as being honest with others.
We all need a hand from time to time. It takes courage, wisdom and insight to normalise this fact.
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Lee Sampson
If you are someone who enjoys introspection and self-reflection that is delivered with a touch of art and humour, then you have come to the right place. Finding the humour in shared relatable experiences and highlighting how much we have in common is what motivates me.
