After a long walk through the woods and some fun inspecting trees and weeds, I learned far more than I expected.
T
he fight between the oak tree and the poison ivy.
Have you ever really looked at an oak tree?
They are tall, strong and deeply rooted in their purpose. They offer fresh air and the most amazing shade to all that pass by them.
Poison ivy on the other hand is low to the ground. I always remember the words, leaves of three let them be. It is a plant that can easily cause a lot of misery to almost everyone it comes in contact with. It offers a bit of color to the world but those little red/green leaves can be deceiving.
Are you like a tree that is deeply rooted with strength and constantly bending and growing? Do you offer fresh air and help to others like that beautiful oak tree?
Or, are you poison ivy? Are you low to the ground, always looking down and offering nothing but negativity to those around you? Do you have a poisonous attitude?
Let’s be honest with ourselves for a moment. Which part of nature do you imitate?
You can have an impact on others like poison ivy and alway leave a negative impact. People will remember you but not for the good.
Or, you could choose to impact others like the oak tree. Offer a breath of fresh air to family and friends. Reach out your limbs and offer shelter, love and support to others any chance you get.
People always remember how you made them feel.