What “Crops” Will You be Planting This Spring
"I have great faith in a seed.... Convince me that you have a seed there, and I am prepared to expect wonders." — Henry David Thoreau
I don’t know about you, but I’m quite grateful that spring has finally arrived. This change of seasons provides a dramatic and symbolic contrast from the colder, dark and more monotone backdrop of winter to the warmer, lighter, burst-of-senses palette of spring, and with it, a chance to do some personal and professional reflection.
Recall that a vital component of the PeerRxMed process is the PRx90 quarterly check-in (“up to 90 minutes every 90 days”) intended to provide a deliberate space for regrounding yourself and connecting in a deeper way with your PeerRx partner. Here’s a reminder of that Process.
It’s time to schedule that quarterly meeting once again. To help guide your dialogue, consider these powerful questions that you are encouraged to reflect on and discuss quarterly:
What have you learned about yourself over the past 3 months?
What are your top personal/professional goals and priorities over the next three months? What is one that will cause disappointment if you have not accomplished it when we meet again in 3 months?
What’s one thing you are “tolerating” that needs to be addressed now?
When’s your next vacation / adventure / break? What will you do that will be fun for you?
In addition and in the spirit of the spring “planting season,” here are some season-specific questions for personal reflection and sharing:
Consider what type of seeds you would like to plant in your personal and professional life that could lead to a bountiful harvest in the next 4-6 months.
Is there a specific “crop” you need to prioritize?
What tools and resources do you need to ensure your growth goes as planned?
What is your personal equivalent of fertilizer, water, and sunlight that you will need?
How will you schedule regular “weeding”?
Who will help you tend your garden?
Don’t squander this incredible opportunity for spring planting. Schedule some personal reflection time as well as time with your PeerRx partner or another colleague now. As you look back 3 months from now and beyond, you’ll be glad you did.