Seasons of Becoming

The purpose of life is to grow. From the moment of conception, we are growing. We are born with an innately glorious blueprint – the nexus of "who" we may become.

"Life isn't about finding yourself; it's about creating yourself." ~ George Bernard Shaw

In yoga class, I love the symbolism of the tree pose. A tree starts as a tiny seedling beneath the earth's surface – invisible, yet nourished and protected as it begins to spread its roots. Then one day, a sprout appears and the tree has taken root. Day after day, the little tree reaches skyward while shifting with the sun, wind, rain and the seasons.

Next time you're in tree pose, imagine your feet as roots drawing strength from the earth, your torso as your strong trunk weathering life's storms and your arms as branches reaching toward new possibilities.

Just like the tree, we, too, have grown from a tiny seed. Day in and day out, we are shaped by the many seasons of life – through love, rebirth, loss, joys and sorrow – life's challenges prodding us to grow and keep reaching. While we face continuous change, it is how we respond to these changes that ultimately shapes the person we are becoming.

Growth is not easy; it's a continuous process pushing us out of our comfort zone. Change demands our courage, our imagination, our commitment and our faith.

So often, we aren't able to see how far we've come, how much we've accomplished, and how much we've grown. Life keeps us distracted – Consider this your gentle reminder to make time for yourself, find a space for quiet reflection honoring the path you have traveled and the journey you are on.

As you reflect on your own growth journey, consider:

In what ways do you desire to grow?
What are some of the ways you've grown in the past year? What was the catalyst?
What are you reaching for?
What are the roots in your life that keep you grounded?
What would your highest self encourage you to embrace in this moment?

I'm rooting for you!