Brave Apple Turns Five!

cour·age ?k?rij/ noun ~ the ability to do something that frightens one. "She called on all her courage to face the ordeal." Oxford Dictionary

In 2012, Brave Apple twisted and turned until she popped free from her branch. In that moment, the story of the Brave Apple became legend. 

Brave Apple did the unthinkable. She left the comfort of her safe tree to venture into the unknown. Her fear was real - she was terrified - yet she could only choose this path in her quest to face her emotion, embark on a journey of learning and growth, and leave a legacy that the orchard still tells stories about.

Even though she didn't plan it, she inspired the orchard to thrive as an orchard, in collaboration with all that touch it.

If we align this message for our organizations, schools and sports teams, it helps us realize that we are all connected and that one act (however seemingly insignificant) has tremendous power to transform and inspire.

We all can glow as Brave Apple did and help those around us do the same, with a simple act of kindness, gratitude, and human connection. We have this capacity, the key is to rediscover it within ourselves, for ourselves and then for others. And this will transform the world.

Happy Birthday, Brave Apple. To many more years of courage!

Thank you for visiting and please share your story of courage in the comments - let your story of facing fear inspire others.