A stray dog named Scout follows mysterious dots that appear only after kind choices, leading him on a journey of empathy, instinct, and unexpected belonging.
This story wasn't just a simple story about a dog finding love, it's a metaphor for real life. Scout is a represenation for ourselves. If we do good and solve conflicts with peace, we could step closer to our goal, a new path would form for us. That path could lead to conflict or comfort but with every step we take, the closer we get to our goal.
This story really speaks volumes about the unexpected or split second decisions we make without much thought. In my personal experience, I worry about such things and can never even relate it to other things or what you can call connecting the dots. Most of the times, the outcomes are not bad and my worry is gone. The way Wybie described the dog on a journey of empathy and his inner intuition was something great to read.
@lin91 I have a question, why is pattern recognition a trait on connecting the dots? What makes pattern recognition both a trait and a topic under story telling?
These are some of my reflections after reading Wybie's story and the the thoughts posed after the story. As a therapist I sometimes suggest that my clients write three pages of stream of conscious every morning as soon as they wake up. Stream of conscious writing is a way of writing where you write quickly without waiting for the inspiration to write something. This is in line with a practice suggested in a book entitled, The Artists Way.
This practice helps my client bypass the 'censor' that all of us have to some degree in our minds. In stream of conscious writing the insights and understandings flow from the actual writing process itself not through conscious thinking before one writes. Its based on the understanding that in some ways we do not know what we know until we take action, in this case, the act of writing itself.
and meanings and understandings will occur as we write in the faith that there is a deep well of intuitive knowledge within us.
Writers often report that they are amazed to discover that the characters that they create on the page often object to their author's understandings/intentions and instead inform the writer of the 'right words and actions' for their character to take! They even report that they have 'fights' with their characters and usually the character wins, or the character may reluctantly admit the the author has a better understanding than them and allow the author to proceed with their idea!. Many writers start their novels with only a vague idea of what their book will be about and as they write the story mysteriously unfolds without too much conscious thinking.
What does this mean for us? One thing I think it means is that below the surface of our conscious minds is a vast intelligence that is flowing through us and that our conscious minds, especially when limited by anxiety about getting things right, can get in the way of the flow of this intelligence.
Good conversations happen between people not because each person has a pre-planned idea of what they are going to say in a conversation, but because each conversant is focused upon the other person and as each speak, new ideas and understandings emerge. 'Bad conversations' occur when each enters the conversational arena determined for their ideas and understandings to triumph in the conversation. These conversations are often very boring and lifeless, because they are not open to the manifold possibilities of revelation that opens up when two or more people enter the conversational arena intent on going beyond what they already know.
I came up with the idea since I've been reading a book on the journey of a lost dog, its growth after returning to the nature after a long painful time with humans. The dog named Bobby was the result of a breeding experiment, the son of Lochinvar King, one with the royalty blood which has brought several prizes for its owner Unfortunately, Bobby was a failed experiment and was sold to a poor family before he ran away into the woods where he belonged. I do agree the story could've hold more effort, more connection and more 'hearty'. Perhaps I'd try to seek for the compassion I found for writing.
it’s gentle but deep. Scout’s journey reminded me that sometimes we don’t see the purpose of our choices until later. I also see the effort Wybie put into this, and the dots idea is powerful. I need to push myself in terms of my challenges and i need to create more energy and push for comments and push people to talk and not go into a bubble of being left alone
Timeliness on the project has once again been restored by Wybie — thank you for that. However, some of the finer details continue to be overlooked — such as the presentation date, logo placement, and overall visual polish. These may seem minor, but they speak volumes about care and presence.
It could be that the heart isn't fully in it — the passion may be missing. I remember asking Wybie many years ago, “What do you love to do?” He said, “I want to help people. It makes me happy.” When I asked why, he paused — uncertain.
Today, Wybie is indeed helping people — more than ever before. But to truly unlock his potential, he needs to connect more deeply with his work and evolve his style. That growth isn’t just about refining presentations; it’s about how we deliver, how we ask questions, and how we inspire those around us. Like all young people Wybie likes structures and certainities and he is doing well navigating the unknown - but every once in a while he tends to find comfort in the routine - and eventualy he gets trapped into the routine box.
Checking in with a peer can help widen your horizon — offering fresh perspectives and helping you see what might have been missed.
Meanwhile, MIHF, it would be helpful if you could share your comments on this pre-read to support Wybie in thinking from another angle. Also, a gentle nudge to SAHN and your mentors would be good — their insights matter. As much as possible MIHF 's attitude is - i will leave you alone - you leave me alone. This does not work well in a world where we have to push for greater collaboration. It could result in conflict - running away from conflict is not the solution - This means that strategic insight needs to improve and find ways to circumvent that conflict ethically.
I know you’re juggling a million things, and this might slip off your list sometimes. But try not to see it as just another task — see it as training. Every moment like this is a chance to build something stronger.
This story wasn't just a simple story about a dog finding love, it's a metaphor for real life. Scout is a represenation for ourselves. If we do good and solve conflicts with peace, we could step closer to our goal, a new path would form for us. That path could lead to conflict or comfort but with every step we take, the closer we get to our goal.
This story really speaks volumes about the unexpected or split second decisions we make without much thought. In my personal experience, I worry about such things and can never even relate it to other things or what you can call connecting the dots. Most of the times, the outcomes are not bad and my worry is gone. The way Wybie described the dog on a journey of empathy and his inner intuition was something great to read.
@lin91 I have a question, why is pattern recognition a trait on connecting the dots? What makes pattern recognition both a trait and a topic under story telling?
Dr Matt
These are some of my reflections after reading Wybie's story and the the thoughts posed after the story. As a therapist I sometimes suggest that my clients write three pages of stream of conscious every morning as soon as they wake up. Stream of conscious writing is a way of writing where you write quickly without waiting for the inspiration to write something. This is in line with a practice suggested in a book entitled, The Artists Way.
This practice helps my client bypass the 'censor' that all of us have to some degree in our minds. In stream of conscious writing the insights and understandings flow from the actual writing process itself not through conscious thinking before one writes. Its based on the understanding that in some ways we do not know what we know until we take action, in this case, the act of writing itself.
and meanings and understandings will occur as we write in the faith that there is a deep well of intuitive knowledge within us.
Writers often report that they are amazed to discover that the characters that they create on the page often object to their author's understandings/intentions and instead inform the writer of the 'right words and actions' for their character to take! They even report that they have 'fights' with their characters and usually the character wins, or the character may reluctantly admit the the author has a better understanding than them and allow the author to proceed with their idea!. Many writers start their novels with only a vague idea of what their book will be about and as they write the story mysteriously unfolds without too much conscious thinking.
What does this mean for us? One thing I think it means is that below the surface of our conscious minds is a vast intelligence that is flowing through us and that our conscious minds, especially when limited by anxiety about getting things right, can get in the way of the flow of this intelligence.
Good conversations happen between people not because each person has a pre-planned idea of what they are going to say in a conversation, but because each conversant is focused upon the other person and as each speak, new ideas and understandings emerge. 'Bad conversations' occur when each enters the conversational arena determined for their ideas and understandings to triumph in the conversation. These conversations are often very boring and lifeless, because they are not open to the manifold possibilities of revelation that opens up when two or more people enter the conversational arena intent on going beyond what they already know.
I came up with the idea since I've been reading a book on the journey of a lost dog, its growth after returning to the nature after a long painful time with humans. The dog named Bobby was the result of a breeding experiment, the son of Lochinvar King, one with the royalty blood which has brought several prizes for its owner Unfortunately, Bobby was a failed experiment and was sold to a poor family before he ran away into the woods where he belonged. I do agree the story could've hold more effort, more connection and more 'hearty'. Perhaps I'd try to seek for the compassion I found for writing.
it’s gentle but deep. Scout’s journey reminded me that sometimes we don’t see the purpose of our choices until later. I also see the effort Wybie put into this, and the dots idea is powerful. I need to push myself in terms of my challenges and i need to create more energy and push for comments and push people to talk and not go into a bubble of being left alone
Timeliness on the project has once again been restored by Wybie — thank you for that. However, some of the finer details continue to be overlooked — such as the presentation date, logo placement, and overall visual polish. These may seem minor, but they speak volumes about care and presence.
It could be that the heart isn't fully in it — the passion may be missing. I remember asking Wybie many years ago, “What do you love to do?” He said, “I want to help people. It makes me happy.” When I asked why, he paused — uncertain.
Today, Wybie is indeed helping people — more than ever before. But to truly unlock his potential, he needs to connect more deeply with his work and evolve his style. That growth isn’t just about refining presentations; it’s about how we deliver, how we ask questions, and how we inspire those around us. Like all young people Wybie likes structures and certainities and he is doing well navigating the unknown - but every once in a while he tends to find comfort in the routine - and eventualy he gets trapped into the routine box.
Checking in with a peer can help widen your horizon — offering fresh perspectives and helping you see what might have been missed.
Meanwhile, MIHF, it would be helpful if you could share your comments on this pre-read to support Wybie in thinking from another angle. Also, a gentle nudge to SAHN and your mentors would be good — their insights matter. As much as possible MIHF 's attitude is - i will leave you alone - you leave me alone. This does not work well in a world where we have to push for greater collaboration. It could result in conflict - running away from conflict is not the solution - This means that strategic insight needs to improve and find ways to circumvent that conflict ethically.
I know you’re juggling a million things, and this might slip off your list sometimes. But try not to see it as just another task — see it as training. Every moment like this is a chance to build something stronger.