We do not grow absolutely, chronologically. We grow sometimes in one dimension, and not in another; unevenly. ~ Anaïs Nin We wish to GROW UP when we’re young. We equate growth with freedom, exploration, choice, and confidence. While there are those treasures, they come with a price – temptation, danger, overwhelm and vulnerability. Just when we think we have reached

It is a blessing to experience hardship. Not because we suffer, but because we learn to endure. ~ Saim A. Cheeda Take the easy way! We’re better than this! We have to be perfect! This is too difficult and we don’t have time for it right now! EGO! It wants us to look good and be right and not screw

Ego hates vulnerability. Be vulnerable anyway. Ask for help. ~ Regina Carey We work hard. We solve problems. We feel accomplished. Until we’re met with a challenge that feels overwhelming. No answers. No instincts. Now what? Even the body posture of uncertainty is vulnerable – shoulders up to protect our carotid arteries and palms up, open to the elements. We

Freedom is the only worthy goal in life. It is won by disregarding things that lie beyond our control. ~ Epictetus Having control feels good…control of our schedules, of the television, or of the words coming out of our mouths. The knowing is powerful and prevents us from losing control. What would happen if we released control before we lost it?