A Learning From The Tree

There is a book called "Oak" written by William Bryant Logan. In his book , Logan writes "Oak tress of compatible species graft their roots and become "one flesh" . Through their shared root system, the stronger dominant tress may provide the weaker trees with nutrients. In this way , even the roots of stumps continue to live and contribute to the forest". I read about this in Readers Digest.

I was very much impressed on reading the above. Man is supposed to be the most intelligent creation. But majority of human race need to learn from the intelligence of this tree. Nature has made these trees so intelligent. They support each other by becoming one in the roots. The stonger ones support the weaker trees. When the older tree becomes weaker the younger ones support them by providing the nutrients. Thats a learning for us to look after the elderly people ( parents , grandparents ,etc ) or anyone who needs help with utmost support and love. If only , man realises the learnings , nature has provided.

This also got me thinking about the "Speaking Tree". Isn't that what we seekers do ? Contribute interesting and self improving articles and support each other in their path of growth. Reading the posts of some people give such a deep meaning and understanding. Providing uplifting , motivating and inspiring comments helps the writers to write more. On the other hand , if there has been a mistake in understanding , there would be somebody to show the correct path. That should be done in a manner which doesnt hurt anyone , but the message should be conveyed. I think it is an art to provide feedback in a way that it is effective. The writer also should be grateful that there is someone who cares to provide him/her the correct understanding. That is how, I would improve. By accepting , correcting , incorporating and moving on with new learning.

After all , we are all enjoying in the shades of the Speaking Tree. Happy Reading !