Have you heard of chaos theory or the butterfly effect? This refers to the idea that something like the minor flapping of a butterfly’s wings in Brazil can result in a tornado in Texas. Had the butterfly not flapped its wings, the results might have been vastly different. While the butterfly does not "cause" the tornado directly, it does "cause" it in the sense that the flap of its wings is an essential part of the initial conditions leading up to the end result. So in this theory, without that flap that particular tornado would not have existed at all...
You may have already figured out where I'm going with this in regards to martial arts… As instructors, our actions really do matter; all of them. Every decision we make, big and small affects our future and the future of our staff, students, parents and anyone else associated. That is a pretty big responsibility, isn't it? But I also believe it makes life simpler as well (I said simpler, not easier).
Having the awareness and mindset that everything matters helps us to shape our decisions both unconsciously and consciously. All we have to remember to do when we are faced with a challenge is to do what is right. While sometimes it is hard to know what’s right, more often than not we know, but just don't DO. So the next time you’re faced with a difficult decision, try not to think about the easiest solution, or the quickest solution. Instead, try to think about what is right and then try your hardest to do that. Because remember, everything matters and your actions today may have big results down the road, just like that butterfly flapping its wings.
What decision could you make today to start positive ripples in your life and for your school? We’d love to help. Reach out to Kovar Systems and click here to schedule an important school assessment. Today could be the start of something BIG!
