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Cultivating a Sustainable Rhythm of Life
Harvest as Paradox
A paradox mindset is vital to flourishing, especially in times of crisis. It allows us to embrace, rather than reject, the tensions associated with competing demands. Harvest season has many competing demands including tons of fruit that needs to be harvested in a short time and very few workers. Leaning in to a paradox mindset invites innovation and creativity in any arena, even in the vineyard!
Even the Vines Weep
The weeping of the vines is a paradox. On the one hand, the vine is joyfully pushing water up from the roots to the branches testing the newly formed system of straw-like cells in preparation for new spring growth. On the other hand, the nutrient-rich sap leaves the vine through the cuts of pruning, dropping to the ground like tears, healing the wound in the process.