The timeless blind men and the elephant parable, familiar to many, illustrates many lessons. First and foremost, that it’s easy to see only what’s directly in front of me.
I’ve discovered when I focus only on myself and what’s driving me, my fears seem larger. More challenging and scarier. I feel confined. Apprehensive. I feel the world closing in me.
Like the elephant parable, this video vividly illustrates different perspectives in the same moment.
First, we see McQueen erupt and voice his fear as his trainer Cruz celebrates her victory in her first ever race. A race in which he participated.
Then, Cruz reveals how it was McQueen’s daring that initially inspired her to dream of racing before she let fears shape her life; after she gave up without even trying!
Until next time,
Joe