The garden is growing fast. The hedgerows are full. The days are long.
And yet today, at least here, the sky is grey and the rain is falling.
I've been a little quieter in the community over the last few days because I've been trying to get my head around Meta (Facebook) ads. It's felt like I've been going round in circles at timesβfrustrating, time-consuming, and definitely not what I'd choose to be doing with my days! But it's a necessary part of running a business and reaching more people.
It reminded me that growth doesn't always happen in sunshine.
Sometimes growth happens quietly. Sometimes it happens underground. Sometimes it happens when we're forced to slow down and focus on the things we'd rather avoid.
In my case, that meant going back to basics and following step-by-step processes. Not an easy ask for an ADHD brain that likes to jump ahead! But persevere I have, and success has finally come.
While the rain has been falling outside, the flowers have been blooming and the garden has been having a good drink. And while I've been glued to my laptop, determined to find the answers, I've realised I've actually grown in knowledge and understanding too.
I've been trying to master this stuff for years, and something has finally clicked.
When I've felt overwhelm creeping in, I've reached for my rose petal spray, taken a mindful moment, and brought myself back to the present. I'm pleased to report that I've managed to stay calm and centred...
...and I have successfully refrained from throwing my laptop out of the window. π
So today's journal prompt is:
β¨ What in my life is growing right now, even if I can't fully see it yet?
Perhaps it's confidence.Perhaps it's a new idea.Perhaps it's a relationship, a skill, or a deeper connection to yourself.
Nature doesn't rush the process, and neither do we.
I'd love to hear your reflections below if you'd like to share. πΏ