What to do when you’re face-to-face with a lion
I joined a discussion yesterday with lion tracker, life coach and storyteller Boyd Varty from Londolozi Private Game Reserve - here are the three mindsets I'm taking with me + what to do if I find myself face to face with a lion.
Learn to begin without knowing. Considering the enormity of the unknown in setting out from camp to track a lion, my own uncertainties now seem quite manageable.
I don't know where I'm going and I know exactly how to get there. My most successful (and happiest) clients believe in their process. This isn't about blind faith, but a recognition that what's made them successful is their process for solving problems, not having the answer.
Losing the tracks is part of tracking. Setbacks cue the frustration, anger, annoyance, blame - imagine if instead it cued possibility, curiosity, discovery? For one it'd be more energizing to be around that person.
As for facing a lion, Boyd's advice was clear:
"The only thing a lion is afraid of is your courage - breathe out, face it and take one step forward."
Although I mentioned three mindsets, if I can consistently step into my 'lions' the rest will follow.
