How To Grow In The Valley

We've all heard it and experienced it, there are peaks and valleys of life.  When we're in a peak, life is grand, but when we're in a valley, it can feel like our world is crumbling down.  When going through difficult times, it's easy to fall into victim mode and let our emotions of anger, sadness and even confusion take over.  But if we stay trapped in those emotions, they block us from transformation and seeing the true lessons that are meant to be learned.  

When we're in the valley, that time period is the prime opportunity to learn and grow.  We are at this low point for a reason.  We have two options, we can either self-reflect, take accountability where needed, and evolve.  Or we can choose to respond with low emotional intelligence, turn a blind eye, or even transfer the blame to someone else. When we take no responsibility in the matter, we only find ourselves in another similar situation all over again. This is designed this way for a reason. Do you want to grow or stay the same, repeating the same lessons with the same outcomes?

If you choose growth, it requires work, and frankly, some people just aren't up for the self-reflection and honesty it takes.  There are too many people wearing a mask and more concerned about upholding that image.  But if you want to experience more peaks than valleys, it's wise to ask ourselves a couple of questions.  "What can I learn from this experience?" and "What is this trying to show me?"  When we self-reflect and take accountability, we grow!  This is how we grow individually, heal relationships, and evolve collectively as societies. This type of individual growth is necessary for all of us to live peacefully and harmoniously.  It's never too late to start!

"What we do in life, ripples in eternity" - Marcus Aurelius