a time of growth

So lately, I have been up in my head 24/7. I have been trying to figure out the meaning of life, my purpose, etc. But my community has helped me realize that I need to take time for things I enjoy too, like writing, drawing, being in nature. I mean, it’s gotten so bad that I’ve been forgetting things. So with that being said, I want to take a moment to appreciate the little things in life, and share some things I have learned over the past few weeks.

Y’know, it’s quite ironic how it’s Spring. This is because we are all growing, just like the flowers. We have been blossoming, opening our buds until we are complete. Perhaps, this has been your time of growth. I know it has been mine. I have had many experiences in these past few weeks, and have learned so many lessons. Let me share some:

1. Take time for yourself: We can get so caught up pleasing others, doing work, that we forget to take a little time for ourselves each day. Taking time for yourself is not a selfish thing, rather it will help you maintain yourself. And trust me, people can tell when you are running low on steam. So please, take yourself into consideration each day.
2. Don’t assume things: Sometimes we think we know what people are thinking, or that people should know what we’re thinking, but that’s where the problem is. We must communicate with one another to truly understand each other. I can’t tell you how many times I have let my mind wander off in assumptions, instead of getting the cold hard facts. Remember, communication really is key.
3. Writing things down is a blessing: We live in a fast paced world where everything is go go go. When we are going 100 mph how in the world do we expect ourselves to remember everything. We really can’t. That’s where writing things down comes in handy. Put down what you need to accomplish, your goals, etc. and you can always look back to see what you may have forgot about.
4. A soft heart is not weak: I personally have quite the soft heart, but I am also a very strong individual. People think it’s showing weakness when you cry, but really it shows that we are human. We each have a story, and we should start taking that into consideration.

–Maple <3

Author: Maple

Maple(hold the syrup) is a wild creature from beyond. He likes connecting with others, and having philosophical conversations, while also laughing a ton. He adores nature in general, and cannot breathe if he's not in it once a day. He dreams of owning a plant shop with a corgi, and a brewery on the side. He also wants to major in psychology, and, of course, write. View all posts by Maple