I shared this Zen aphorism with the kids the other day. We were discussing sitting back on ones laurels, not putting too much effort in, being content to just drift - I should mention here that I have a teenager, and despite having been told for years (13 to be precise) that the teenage years are tough - for all concerned - they have indeed taken us somewhat aback. It is mainly this laid-back, so-what, moody attitude. The seeming lack of ambition, drive or energy. So we are currently on a campaign to go beyond the summit and we need all the motivational assistance we can get. I have found that my instinct for becoming my son’s friend works best - I have learnt to keep quiet (mostly) when his attitude stuns me. And I have found that it is for me, not him, to aim higher than the highest peak - from there I will be able to reach down and pull him up. Not an easy thing to do but then all worth while challenges have their moments!