You are the template
I recently learned a valuable lesson by making a copy of a specific slide template that I had used since 2018. It was probably the 100th time I'd made a copy of the view only Google Slide template. As a template, it continues to serve hundreds of people every day who require the template to complete a task. As a template, it continues to reproduce itself as a go-to tool whenever someone needs to solve a presentation problem.
What are the lessons here?
1. Purposeful reproduction: Our lives, like the template that serves hundreds of users each day, have the potential for purposeful reproduction. When we embody qualities, values, and skills that benefit others, we become a source of motivation and guidance. The lesson here is to live a life that replicates positive influences and benefits those around us.
2. Consistent and Reliable: The reliable template consistently meets the needs of its users. Similarly, in life, cultivating consistency and reliability in our actions and commitments fosters trust and dependability. Being someone others can rely on is an important characteristic that contributes to personal and professional success.
3. Self-Guardianship: The template's distinguishing feature of being resistant to unauthorised changes teaches us about guardianship. In life, it is critical to protect our principles, values, and personal boundaries. It serves as a reminder to resist pressures that threaten our authenticity and well-being.
4. Templates offer a structured framework, empowering users to create with ease. Similarly, in life, laying a foundation of values and principles creates a structured framework for personal development and decision-making. This structure serves as a guide, allowing us to face challenges and make informed decisions.
5. Maker's Authority: The template can only be edited by the maker. It is critical in our lives to recognise our authority and agency. We are the creators of our own destiny, with the ability to shape our narrative, set goals, and choose our path. Accepting our authority allows us to live purposeful lives with greater impact.
A template's purpose extends beyond its creator, affecting countless users. Likewise, our lives have the potential for far-reaching consequences. The lesson here is to be mindful of our impact on others. Every action, no matter how small, adds to the bigger picture of human connection and influence.
He gives understanding to the simple.
