Struggle can morph us into beautiful creatures. there are so many references to this. the new butterfly fighting to emerge from the cocoon, the mythical phoenix who rose from his own ashes, trees that grew from tiny seeds, trampled and covered with dirt, to become strong mighty oaks. look at the roots of the tree... trees that grow in highly volatile storm areas have long thick intertwined roots. they grow up to become big, strong and beautiful. Little tree might then sprout up around these mighty ones for shelter, support, a place to lean while making their own way.
It brings me back to perspective.
I need to dig my roots in deep. i need to trust that my branches can weather the storms. i may lose a few, but in the end, it will only make me grow stronger.
Pain is a funny thing. Storms are always going to happen. We need to build up our roots, our foundations, and then we can stand tall and brace ourselves when they hit.
I take great comfort in sitting under the shade of a big tree, amazed at the root structure, how far it reaches, what the tree has been through, and has now let me lean against it.
you can inspire with your struggles.
they do not make you weak.
they make you mighty, and beautiful
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