When I water my plants, I talk to them. When they are not growing or even drooping, I touch their little leaves and put on my fingers on their soil to find out what nutrients they may be lacking. Sometimes they need more light. Other times, they need fresh soil. And sometimes they need a friend so I move them closer to other plants where they can flourish and grow together.
I have a piece of my great grandmothers plant. Her original plant was so big that we trimmed it down, rooted the pieces and the children were all given a little plant. This happened for two generations and now I have my own plant which I have propagated multiple times. This plant was named after my great-grandmother and her name was Mary.
Unfortunately, one of my Mary plants had "root rot" and was dying. I over-watered her this winter for fear that her soil was too dry because of the heater. However, I was wrong and she became very sick. So, I salvaged what I could of her and re-potted her. I put her in new soil and in a new location in my house. Sadly, Mary went into shock and started wilting. I thought I had lost my original little Mary plant forever.
However, for an early Mothers Day gift, my husband and daughter gave me a wooden plant stand. I moved a lot of my plants over to this stand, including my little dying Mary. Much to my surprise, Mary started to heal. And then, she began to grow again. She loved the new location, snuggled around lots of plant friends, and enjoyed the heat of the morning light without it being directly on her leaves.
If the saying is true, and people are similar to plants, then each individual person requires something different in order to flourish and grow. Each person may need different nutrients in their soil. We all require a different amount of fluids. And while some people are most comforted when they are alone, other people need a community in order to grow.
As I look at my little plants and analyze their needs in order to thrive and survive, I also look in the mirror and honor my own needs. And I hope you will do the same for yourself. For example, is your soil being watered enough? Are you surrounding yourself with family and friends who will help you grow? Are your roots planted firmly so that you can stand strong and proud? As you put on your special shoes today, I hope you will reflect on what makes you grow as a beautiful, blossoming uniquely precious individual.
Love Note: With all my heart, I genuinely request that due to the content written, please seek the guidance of professional help should you feel you need it.
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