How to Flow Instead of Muscle to Your Goals

Just how do you “flow” rather that “muscle” to your goals? Think of a stream racing through a valley -- it never flattens the boulder in its way. Instead, it moves above, around, or below its obstacle while still reaching its destination. There is still great momentum and effort being expended but in a way that incorporates resistance as an integral part of the journey.

And flowing should be inclusive. Instead of looking at people as problems we can look at them as opportunities to build community. The most fulfilling part of working towards any meaningful project is through the transformational relationships we forge. When we lift each other up rather than leave them behind, attainment of our goals becomes about creating impact instead of self-importance. It becomes less about gaining more but about becoming more.