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Eensy Weensy Spiders & Change

AndrewBlogNo commentsJune 15, 2012

Do you want to know how to lead when change gets difficult? Do you want to know how to handle personal change when things aren’t going well?

Every time I get knocked down during times of change, I remember my mother singing this song with all of the hand motions:

Eensy weensy spider
Went up the water spout
Down came the rain
And washed the spider out
Out came the sun and dried up all the rain
Now the eensy weensy spider
Went up the spout again. 
Here are some facts about change:
  • It starts with an exciting climb. You’ve bought the backpack, the shoes, the rope, and you’re ready to go.
  • Rain will come. If your change is significant, there will be obstacles big enough to knock you off course.
  • The sun will come out. Obstacles are not permanent. Find a way to deal with them and wait for the next bright opportunity.
  • You must try again. Change warriors who are knocked down wait for the right moment and start the climb again. Those who refuse, lose.
Next time you’re leading change and obstacles come your way, remember this children’s song and keep going.

 

 

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