Unexpected Teachers

There's nothing like a puppy to expose all of your vulnerabilities.

You think that you're patient.

Get a puppy.

You think that you're even-tempered.

Get a puppy.

You think that you're flexible and able to go with the flow.

Get a puppy.

You think that you're good at reading body language.

Get a puppy.

You think that you have a good sense of timing.

Get a puppy.

You think that you don't mind how people perceive you.

Get a puppy AND go to puppy class.

But just as a puppy can expose your vulnerabilities, he can also teach vulnerability.

Need to be more present in the moment?

Get a puppy.

Need to remember to take time to play?

Get a puppy.

Need to bring curiosity back into your life?

Get a puppy.

Need to be reminded to slow down and rest?

Get a puppy.

Need to remember to be joyful when you see those you love?

Get a puppy.

Who in your life is an unexpected teacher?

Who challenges you in ways that may frustrate you but encourage growth?

Who can you be more joyful toward as a way of showing your love?

We are surrounded by unexpected teachers: children, spouses, co-workers, friends, animals, nature. Honor them. Be grateful for them.

And remember that you, too, are an unexpected teacher for others.