The Spring's Mindset

Springing by The Dysania Concept (2019)

After darkness, there is always light, and perhaps there’s no better description of Spring than those words. Spring is the season of new beginnings, where nature embraces a new journey and grows after the coldness and darkness it faces. As with all seasons, Spring teaches us many valuable lessons regarding life. So, in this edition of The Mindsets, we’ll explore the qualities, virtues and skills Spring imparts to us. As Maya Angelou said, “The true nature of the human heart is as whimsical as spring weather. All signals may aim toward a fall of rain when suddenly the skies will clear.”

1. Practical Hope

Spring teaches us the importance of practical hope as we face reality. Some people are optimists, and others call themselves pessimists. These mindsets have their advantages and disadvantages. However, Spring teaches us a new perspective between these two: practical hope. Practical hope begins with being a realist and understanding your situation. Spring knows it is just a part of the inevitable cycle of nature and that the cold, short and dark days will soon return. Nevertheless, Spring uses that information to assess its situation and respond accordingly using the resources at its disposal. Spring always hopes and works for the best within the realms of reality. So, when facing a challenging situation, analyse all external and internal truths and hope within reason to help you elevate your mindset as you face inevitable hardship.

2. Risk-Taking

Spring teaches us the value of taking risks when beginning a journey. Most specifically, animals teach us to take risks as Spring begins. When the weather gets warmer and the days become longer, animals start to come out of their shelters and into life once more. They see and feel the conditions of nature are becoming suitable for them again and decide to take a risk. We can say animals know and trust nature, but the example is clear. When daring to face a challenge towards something we want, we need to take a risk. However, risks should be calculated to a certain extent, as that will help us counterforce the possible negative consequences they might have. So, as animals do when Spring comes, analyse your surroundings. Understand what is happening around you, prepare yourself, and when you feel it’s time for a new beginning, take that risk.

3. Self-Growth

Spring demonstrates the inevitability of self-growth. Spring is known to be the king of seasons, where the weather finds balance and offers a new beginning for living things. Spring exemplifies the chance to begin a new self-growth path, which will inevitably climax, conclude and reset. Spring provides the perfect metaphor to understand how self-growth is as inevitable as the four seasons. We are continually growing in some direction. The direction in which we grow depends on us and no one else, but we are always heading somewhere. So, knowing growth is inescapable, why not take advantage of its inevitability and ensure it’s towards what we truly wish?

Spring offers us many remarkable life lessons. Most regard the importance of taking advantage of inevitable new beginnings. So, remember to hope practically, without falling to any extreme but emerging from a real situation. Take risks when the conditions align for it, as it will help to reduce the possibility of negative consequences. However, don’t get stuck in the waiting. Conditions will never be perfect, but they can get pretty close. And most importantly, remember growth is inevitable. So, make sure you are heading towards the right direction. We now invite you to adopt these teachings as we internalise The Spring’s Mindset into our daily decisions and actions.

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