“For things to reveal themselves to us, we need to be ready to abandon our views about them.” – Thich Nhat Hanh

Our “views” about things have certainly changed, flipped upside down to say the least. Now, right now is the precise time to abandon old thinking, move through the grieving of change and pursue revelation. The media messages of “uncertainty,” “unprecedented times” and “we’re in this together” are obvious, hollow and stale. We must go deeper, beyond and farther to pursue the #otherside with vigor, resolve and rigor.

Economic and health uncertainty is very real and daunting, but not impossible. The 24/7 news cycle reminds us that we will never be the same and promotes fear of the future. If we buy into it, we will miss out on this “seed-planting” time. This rare, unfamiliar and expansive space is prime time to create, re-imagine and innovate. Together, let’s release fear and get to work bolstered with a new energy, enthusiasm and fresh eyes to see new connections, patterns and paths through to the other side filled with hope and possibility.