
There’s a theory suggesting all life forms, including us, instinctively choose the easiest path. Lightning zigzags effortlessly through the sky. Rivers wind their way through landscapes. We often opt for the shortest route to the store, even if it’s a bit hectic. Yet, simplicity doesn’t always equate to significance.
Contrarily, I seldom follow the path of least resistance. Let’s examine my work commute. My office is a mere mile and a half away, yet I frequently embark on a 20-mile journey. Some might label this stubbornness; I see it as embracing a more enriching experience through a challenging route.
However, this path can be solitary. Is it even possible for others to join me on this less-traveled road? Perhaps not. We’re like twigs branching out to limbs, all connected to a sturdy trunk grounded in the earth – a system naturally flowing along the path of least resistance. But in my case, I’m like a twig that’s snapped from the branch, unreachable, lying on the ground. Yet, this unique perspective has its perks. I’ve seen the ground up close. How many can say the same?
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