Sarah Sarita Bhandari

Just as a bee depends on the cherry blossom a cherry blossom depends on the bee. The entire tree relies on the bee to bring its cherries to ripeness, and so do the birds, caterpillars, squirrels, and worms that feed on the cherries. So do all shade plants, nesting species, and all oxygen-requiring beings who are dependent on the canopy of the tree. So do fungi, worms, beetles, microbes, other trees and species underneath the earth, who depend on the root system of that tree. So do farmers, depending on the soil and water quality that is influenced by the root system. So do stakeholders of the agricultural industry and do eventually we, eating a cherry cream cake on a Sunday afternoon with our family. All stand in an interdependent relationship to that bee. Does the bee know that?

Being aware or unaware, every organism influences the condition of the ecosystem and reciprocal does the condition of the ecosystem influence every organism. Similarly, the culture and state of a company reflect on all employees, and each employee impacts the consciousness of the overall organization.

As the example above clearly illustrates, it is essential that everyone feels comfortable in their role and can act according to their own nature. Translated into the context of organizations, this means not only that everyone fulfills their roles and responsibilities to some extent, but rather that individuals have an inner sense of alignment with what, how, and why they are performing their tasks. Fueled by intrinsic motivation, a sense of purpose, and phases of concentrated flow, individuals can act according to their personality and thereby unfold their potential in harmony with the ever-present challenges within the organization. When a profession becomes a calling, it inspires and holds the highest value for both the individual and the organization.

In all natural systems, there are harmonious rhythms of expansion and stabilization, activity and relaxation—day and night, summer and winter, sympathetic and parasympathetic nervous system responses. Sustainable evolution requires both phases: the courage to explore new possibilities while establishing healthy boundaries. It involves embracing both successes and struggles with compassionate awareness, recognizing that these experiences are part of an evolutionary adaptation process to new circumstances.
Just before a caterpillar transforms into a butterfly, its immune system undergoes immense stress. However, the cocoon emits crucial calming neurotransmitters during this time, soothing the immune system and initiating the transformation. Similarly, in times of change and challenge, an encouraging and supportive environment within an organization is essential. In a vibrant organization that develops, adapts, and learns, there must be safe and brave spaces for both individuals and the organization to evolve.