Keep Blooming…
Have you ever observed a weed that grows in the corner of your courtyard? You may smash or chop it off, or even pull it out, but to your surprise, a few days later it is back. The reason is that the weed adapts to wherever it is. Unlike us, human beings, it blooms without reference to the myriad other possibilities.
Too often we get caught up in thinking that ‘we’d be happier if we…’ and the list of ‘ifs’ goes on. Our perception of the grass being greener on the other side of the fence keeps us dissatisfied with life, and this in turn makes our life miserable. Life is worthwhile and meaningful only when we like a rose, bloom in the given situation without lamenting the past or standing on carefully to try to foresee the unknown future.
We know that diverse situations whether at home or in the world around, invariably present us with conflicting demands and at times generate turmoil beyond our level of endurance. What we need is to develop the ability to see beyond ‘this too shall pass’ and try to remedy some of those situations. Once we wither, even a better situation cannot revive us. As someone put it so beautifully, “Cross the river, even if it’s stormy on this side. Do not keep crying or cursing. The river will flow away. Life will go on and you will be left behind.”
We need to be at our best wherever we are, and not just where we want to be. Remember, each of us blooms in our sweet time and the soil of our choice nurtures our growth.
Get set to bloom in all kinds of situations!