May 12, 2021

Tree of Life

If you have been following us for any period of time, there is a recurrent theme that you have probably seen. It’s central to our mission as we move forward in with our vision of a community of leaders who coach themselves to lead others and create a culture of leadership, through dynamic steps, no matter how small.

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Pay attention because it’s a powerful symbol, representative of all that is the foundation of our community.

The Rowan Tree, otherwise known as, “The Tree of Life”

Personally, I grew up in the concrete jungle, otherwise known as New York City, so even though trees were there, they really didn’t hold much value for me. Living in Brooklyn, I remember playing tennis in Fort Greene Park and when I think about those days, I can recall subtle hints of feeling refreshed and relaxed. The open pathways, no vehicles, little foot traffic. Just enjoying the summer days in the sun, catching the shade when playing on the hot asphalt courts for hours on end.

Let me ask you this:

Do you appreciate the serenity of the outdoors, being in a space where you pay attention, catch that moment of silence when all you hear is the rustling of the trees, songs of the birds and nature in its purest form?

Maybe you do. Maybe you don’t.

But what if I gave you more meaning to that environment, providing a sense of 4000 years of history that captures the essence of the moment?

We have that at “The Orchard” and within this sacred space lies the Tree of Life.

The history of the Rowan Tree dates back over 4000 years, being revered by the Celtic Nation (no, not the guys in the green uniforms in Beantown!)

Now you may ask, what does the Tree of Life have to do with our long term vision of Humanity for Humanity:

The Tree of Life Represents Protection and Healing.

It is thought to have mystical qualities of calming the mind, allowing the release of stress and tension. That’s why you saw me explaining it as a visual symbol with patients who were struggling to breathe.

Stop

Breathe

Hear my voice

Relax

As you continue the journey with us, the image of the Tree of Life will be more common place as well as the words that it represents. As the Tree of Life heals and protects, we share and teach the symbolism and importance of taking care of ourselves and our fellow man.

The Tree of Life Represents Resilience.

The Rowan Tree has been known to grow in places that one may think are simply impossible. Locations like riverbeds, inside other trees, in the cracks of a mountainside. A hearty tree, known for its strength, an essence of the foundation of leaders and culture that we strive to cultivate.

The Tree of Life Represents Transformation.

Think about this for a minute. Do you realize the human mind is one of the few living organisms that decides it wishes to stop growing? Does a tree stop building its roots into the ground to solidify its foundation or stop reaching into the air once it reaches a certain height?

Why is it that we have dreams in childhood but once we become adults, we fail to dream and live the life that once fascinated us as children?

Why do we stop growing?

These are but a few of the attributes associated with the Rowan Tree.

Learn more about the powerful symbol and the actual grove that is within Seattle, WA and experience a transformation that many have achieved there!

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