I recall an incident that occurred while I was visiting the plant nursery the other day. When I was there, I saw that one of the outsized trees had recently had some branches cut back. The flowers around it were damaged, and the gardener said that they were having trouble adjusting to being exposed to the light now that the shade was removed. While the plants were struggling at the time, he told me that their roots would grow deeper and their bodies would strengthen over time, and they would learn to survive in their new surroundings, even if it wasn't what they had preferred.
Nature's resilience and willingness to thrive in any circumstance never ceases to amaze me. The gardener also informed me that no matter how hard the plants tried, he was a dedicated guardian of the land, and that he would keep an eye on them if they ever needed some additional support. His remarks made me reflect on the value of a devoted connection, in this case betwen a human and a garden. I see a common belief in society in movies, literature, and on the internet. We honour those who break the pattern and do things their own way, frequently heading on an extremely individual trip free of many obligations and sometimes even their own family. In the process, they frequently learn a lot about themselves and who they are.
Many movie characters seem to pack their bags, empty their bank accounts, and go out to explore the world at random. Of course, there's nothing wrong with it, but I don't think most of us, at least not me, can do that. I can only put my own point of view. It isn't the entire truth. Personally, I believe we undervalue the beauty of a life lived in a single location with deep ties, obligations, and commitments.
Our lives are lived as much for others as for ourselves, sometimes even at the expense of our own personal goals. I'd like to honour the lifelong sacrifices that so many individuals make for others. It's lovely, in my opinion. It's acceptable if your personal dreams have to adapt based on the circumstances.
New dreams may be incredibly fulfilling. Forming ties with a location and its people, on the other hand, can provide long-term enjoyment. While living in this manner makes it more difficult to leave, there is something special about it as well. It's how most of us live. Our lives are heavily influenced by family, responsibilities or a job. That, I believe, is why we elevate the stories of individuals who live in odd ways, have strange occupations, or live in uncommon ways. I'm not implying that these individuals are wrong for living their lives in this way. If it is what brings them joy, I fully support them.
I simply wanted to take a minute to acknowledge individuals who don't have those privileges or who have put their own desires on wait for the sake of others. Of course, I understand the weight of expectations placed on you by others, and I understand that it is not always a good load to carry, and that there is a time and place to back out of obligations that are unhealthy for you.
And that is truly an amazing effort.
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