Dear Humans,

We spend a lot of time trying to reach our own goals by making ourselves the best we can be. We practice, we do the unpleasant things that we know will help us in the long run, and we try our best.

But no accomplishes anything on their own. We all rely on the help of others. So maybe we ought to spend more time thinking about others than about ourselves.

Because a plant can only grow in the right conditions–good soil, enough water, and ample sunlight. And no matter how much the plant gets better at being a plant, if those conditions aren’t in place, the plant isn’t going to grow. 

We’re not plants, of course. But our conditions matter. And unlike plants, we can create the conditions for our own growth. We can create better communities for ourselves and others to thrive. And that might just be the best use of our time.

Sincerely,

Mr. Curt