The Choice to Survive and Thrive
This coconut is trying valiantly to survive. It has grown a green shoot to reach for the warmth and light of the sun, and with rain, it can receive the water it needs. But the third ingredient for its survival is missing. There is earth underneath but venturing into the soil for its nutrients is prevented by the barrier of the rocks and other debris this coconut had landed on when it fell from the tree.Â
There is green grass nearby. How sad to think that just a few inches away the coconut could sink into the earth to grow its roots and reach its potential. I think, if I move it, give it a push, would it then be able to complete its life process?
We humans are subject to the environment in which we are born. As infants, warmth, water, and food are provided for us. If not, we do not survive. Reaching our potential is also affected by what the environment provides as we learn to become independent. Elements such as emotional support, affection, and validation are important for our growth.
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Do we need a push to reach our potential? More significantly, do we, ourselves, need to seek out a more nourishing environment? As young adults, and as we age, our environment continues to be important to support and maintain our physical and mental health.
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