EMBRACE THE NEW HEIGHTS THAT CHANGE BRINGS

Imagine a butterfly as it prepares to emerge from its chrysalis. This process, although natural, is not without its struggles. The butterfly does not burst forth in an instant but must wriggle and rest, wriggle and rest. At times, it seems as if it is making no progress at all, and yet, with gentle persistence, the butterfly frees itself.

As the butterfly eases out, its wings are not yet ready for flight. They are damp and crumpled from their time in the confining space. The butterfly does not rush this; it does not scorn its wings for not being ready to take to the air immediately. Instead, it rests, allowing time for its wings to dry and unfurl. With the sun’s warmth and the passing of time, the wings stretch and strengthen, and soon the butterfly is ready to ascend into the sky.

In the same way, when we find ourselves in the midst of change, we should extend the same kindness to ourselves as the butterfly does. Change can be uncomfortable and often comes with its own set of challenges. It can feel like we are confined, struggling to become who we want to be. We must remember to wriggle through the challenges and also to rest, to give ourselves the time we need to adapt.

Kindness to yourself is like the patience the butterfly exhibits. It is understanding that not all processes happen immediately and that growth needs both effort and rest. You should not be harsh with yourself if you are not ready to soar right away. Instead, you should give yourself time to adjust, to let your wings dry, knowing that with patience and attention to your own needs, you will find the strength to rise and embrace the new heights that change brings.

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Sincerely,
Morgan Harper Nichols
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