Or else it is derivative. And non-inspiring.
No one has ever done what you’re doing: Led this organization. Served these people. Lived in this place at this time. Related to this family. Raised these kids. Befriended these neighbors.
Get creative as you find the path forward. Take helpful cues from others, for sure. Learn from other people’s successes and failures. Read, listen, improve.
But then check back into reality. Your reality. The reality that the path you are on is unique. That you are unique. That what makes your heart beat is unique. That the gifts you bring to the world’s table are unique. That God’s plans and purposes for your life are utterly unique.
