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Collecting experiences

Collecting experiences

The seeds we plant

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Bryan Kramer
Sep 18, 2024
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We live in a world obsessed with outcomes. Every action, every move, seems to need a clear purpose. But what if the most valuable things we collect aren’t part of some grand plan?

Think of experiences like seeds. When you plant them, you don’t always know what they’ll grow into. Some might become tall trees that provide shade for years, while others might remain small, unseen, but still nourishing the soil around them. The point is that not every seed needs a guaranteed payoff, nor does every experience need a predetermined use.

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