Lessons From Mackenzie
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Lessons from Mackenzie
Embracing the Journey
Recently, we embarked on a trip to China?"not a typical vacation spot for us, but a special journey as it's the homeland of both our daughters. We traveled to adopt our second daughter, Raegan Jean, with our first daughter, Mackenzie, accompanying us. Throughout the trip, Mackenzie, our insightful four-year-old, became an unexpected mentor.
Having brought Mackenzie home from China at 13 months old, she has mostly known life in the USA. Yet, in China, she felt entirely at home, navigating the experience with curiosity and respect. This confidence amazed us, as she is not always comfortable with change.
A Child's Perspective
Over our two-week stay, I watched Mackenzie with awe. Despite the unfamiliar environment, she exuded safety, security, and a spirit of adventure. In contrast, my spouse and I found ourselves stressed, inhibited, and tense. For Mackenzie, China was a place of learning and exploration?"a stark difference from our perspective.
This experience prompted reflection: How often do we miss out on adventure and learning due to our mindset? Here's what made Mackenzie's journey so enriching:
1. Setting the Stage: We discussed the trip with Mackenzie months in advance, creating excitement and removing fear. This preparation allowed her to welcome the adventure, while our own self-talk led to stress and tension. Imagine the transformation if we applied the same positive visualization to our own perspectives?"in business, relationships, and life.
2. Recreating Home: Mackenzie brought along her safe spaces?"Mom and Dad, favorite music, books, toys, and a beloved bed-buddy. This familiarity helped her feel at home even in China. What essentials could you bring on your next trip to create comfort?
3. Removing Filters: Mackenzie approached everything with an open mind. The playground, the food, even international brands like Pizza Hut?"she embraced them without overthinking. Consider the filters you apply to your adventures. Are they self-imposed or influenced by others?
4. Embracing the Rain: During a rainstorm on Shamian Island, instead of fleeing for cover, Mackenzie suggested we sing rain songs. This turned a potentially stressful moment into a joyful one. How often do you miss out on enjoying the moment by running for shelter?
Our second visit to China was more enjoyable than the first, perhaps because we had Mackenzie as our guide. When's your next adventure? Will you see it through stressful eyes or embrace it with Mackenzie’s openness?
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