Andrew Sillitoe
These stories reveal the gap between the crisis you think you're managing and what you're actually defending. They create space to see clearly enough that it loosens naturally.

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02
Feb
The Stag's Journey to the River

The Stag's Journey to the River

A story for anyone who's tired of holding it together
7 min read
01
Feb
Rejection

Rejection

“What if they reject me?” said the Stag “You failed”, said the Rat “What can you learn from rejection?” said
1 min read
30
Jan
Pressure

Pressure

"Why do I freeze under pressure?" said the Stag "It keeps you safe," said the Rat
1 min read
30
Jan
Decisions

Decisions

“I’m scared to make a decision,” said the Stag “Don’t then,” said the Rat “What decision would you
1 min read
29
Jan
Failure

Failure

"What happens if I fail?" said the Stag "People will laugh at you," said the Rat
2 min read
28
Jan
Self-Doubt

Self-Doubt

“Why do I doubt myself?” said the Stag. “Because you’re not good enough,” said the Rat. “Who would you
1 min read
27
Jan
Losing It All

Losing It All

"I am scared of losing it all," said the Stag. "Do whatever it takes to keep it,
1 min read
27
Jan
Emotions

Emotions

“What do I do with my emotions?” said the Stag. “Don't let anyone see”, said the Rat. “What
1 min read
25
Jan
Resentment

Resentment

"Sometimes I resent the other stags," said the Stag. "Because you're not as good as
1 min read
18
Jan
Delegation

Delegation

"I need to delegate more," said the Stag. "It's much quicker to do it yourself,
1 min read