Let's take a look at the mouse, and the lessons he has for us.

First of all, mouse is very cautious about where he goes and what he gets himself into. He uses his whiskers to measure space so that he doesn't caught in a tight squeeze he can't get out of. Secondly, his ears are like miniature sonar discs that keep him constantly alert to the sounds around him. Thirdly, mouse is careful to store things for future needs, and not to be wasteful in his habits. Lastly, he moves very quickly, scampering from spot to spot in silence.

Do you carry mouse medicine? Mouse people examine everything very carefully to be sure they understand all that can be known. They do not rush into new situations with no information. They have a need to be fully informed about everything so they don't get caught unaware, or get put into embarrassing spots out of carelessness because they "didn't know". This is really "look before you leap" caution.

Can you hear the unspoken word? Are you alert and aware of body language, facial expressions, tone of voice, the messages in the eyes? Are you aware of the actual physical sounds around you? So many of us live our lives with no sensitivity to sounds and silent messages. Try listening like the mouse, and you may be surprised at what you hear and see.

Mouse people are not compulsive or impulsive buyers. They examine everything for its usefulness. The decision to invest both time and money is well thought out, both for the current need and the future value.

Do you know when it's time to leave? Are you aware when you have overstayed your welcome? Can you tell when you are boring people, or becoming aggravating, or dominating a conversation. Have you learned the value of silence and the art of listening? Do you go about your business with quiet determination and effectiveness, and move on when your mission is accomplished? You may be mouse.

There is a danger in mouse medicine. Mouse has a tendency to become a wharf rat! If you examine things too much, you can nitpick the joy away and destroy the spontaneous pleasures of life. If you save for tomorrow until you have to rent outside storage, a major rat is growing. When a thing no longer serves you, whether it is a pattern of behaviour, or a belief system, or those pants you wore in high school GET RID OF IT. Remember that nothing new can come in until there is room for it. Mouse is wonderful —— as long as he stays a mouse. Be careful not to let him grow.
 

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