Byron's Babbles

Leading Like A Seeker

Posted in Educational Leadership, Global Leadership, Leadership, Leadership Development by Dr. Byron L. Ernest on March 19, 2025

Do you ever feel like the thrill of the chase is more exciting than the destination itself? I got to thinking about this today after a meeting when a friend called me a ‘seeker.’ I asked what she meant. She explained, “You’re a ‘seeker.’ Once you find the next thing, it’s time to look for the next.” I guess this would be one way to describe me and many others I know, that is tied to our curiosity and the human tendency to want to grow and evolve. Sometimes I do experience that fleeting sense of satisfaction when the next thing I’ve been seeking has been achieved, which then leads to the desire to seek something new or different.

As a a ‘seeker’ I do actively search for knowledge, understanding, or truth. Seekers are often curious individuals who explore various aspects of life, including spiritual beliefs, personal growth, and new experiences. We tend to ask questions, challenge the status quo, and seek deeper insights beyond the surface level. What believe we all need to remember, however, is to keep the things we are seeking congruent to our purpose. Our purpose creates the difference between lasting joy and feeling unfulfilled.

We seekers have a desire for knowledge, understanding, and personal growth. Being a seeker needs to be about balance. It’s important to stay grounded while exploring and to recognize when we might need to pause and reflect rather than constantly search.

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