Today, I found myself reflecting on an important lesson as I watched a group of geese at the pond. Instead of flying across the water or walking along the easier path, they chose to slowly cross the frozen surface of the pond. It made me realize: Do what geese do. They show us that sometimes the most challenging route leads to the most growth.
Why did the geese choose this more difficult route? Maybe they understand something we often forget: the harder path teaches us valuable lessons. When we do what geese do, we learn to embrace challenges. It’s easy to take the easier route, but sometimes the difficult path offers greater rewards. By choosing the tough path, we also push ourselves beyond our comfort zones.
Reflecting on my own life, I realize that many of my most important lessons came from choosing the harder path. It’s tempting to avoid discomfort, but facing challenges head-on helps us grow. Just like the geese, we all have moments when the road ahead seems difficult. But it’s these very challenges that shape who we are.
It’s not always clear why we choose the tough road, but when we look back, we see how it builds strength and resilience. Like the geese, we need to push through discomfort and trust that we’ll be better for it. The geese show us that sometimes, the slower, more difficult path brings the greatest rewards.
Life isn’t just about taking the shortcut—it’s about embracing the journey, even if it’s tough. We can trust that facing challenges head-on will make us stronger. Overcoming obstacles creates growth, and the sense of accomplishment at the end is worth the struggle. The next time you encounter a tough decision, ask yourself: What would geese do? Would you take the easy route, or the one that helps you grow the most?
