There comes a moment in life when clarity breaks through the noise and confusion, and you finally know what you need to do. For me, this moment was captured beautifully in Mary Oliver's poem "Journey":
One day you finally knew
what you had to do, and began,
though the voices around you
kept shouting
their bad advice –
though the whole house
began to tremble
and you felt the old tug
at your ankles.
“Mend my life!”
each voice cried.
But you didn’t stop.
You knew what you had to do,
though the wind pried
with its stiff fingers
at the very foundations,
though their melancholy
was terrible.
It was already late
enough, and a wild night,
and the road full of fallen
branches and stones.
But little by little,
as you left their voices behind,
the stars began to burn
through the sheets of clouds,
and there was a new voice
which you slowly
recognized as your own,
that kept you company
as you strode deeper and deeper
into the world,
determined to do
the only thing you could do –
determined to save
the only life you could save.
This poem resonates with me on a profound level. It speaks to the courage required to embark on a new path, even when surrounded by doubt and uncertainty.
My life journey has been filled with uncertainty, yet each step has brought me closer to my true self. I remained hopeful and determined, and this resilience paid off as I began new professional ventures and rediscovered my passion for writing.
To anyone facing crossroads in life: trust your journey. It may involve making difficult decisions and letting go of what once seemed crucial, but listen to your own voice. Embrace the uncertainty, knowing that each step forward is a step toward saving and nurturing your life. Replanting yourself in new soil can lead to unexpected growth and fulfillment.
Every transition marks a new chapter in your life. Every step, even the uncertain ones, is leading you toward a future filled with potential and growth. Trust in your resilience, remain open to new experiences, and keep moving forward. The path may not always be clear, but with determination and an open heart, you will find your way.
#Uprooted #NewBeginnings #LifeTransitions #MaryOliver #PersonalGrowth
One day you finally knew
what you had to do, and began,
though the voices around you
kept shouting
their bad advice –
though the whole house
began to tremble
and you felt the old tug
at your ankles.
“Mend my life!”
each voice cried.
But you didn’t stop.
You knew what you had to do,
though the wind pried
with its stiff fingers
at the very foundations,
though their melancholy
was terrible.
It was already late
enough, and a wild night,
and the road full of fallen
branches and stones.
But little by little,
as you left their voices behind,
the stars began to burn
through the sheets of clouds,
and there was a new voice
which you slowly
recognized as your own,
that kept you company
as you strode deeper and deeper
into the world,
determined to do
the only thing you could do –
determined to save
the only life you could save.
This poem resonates with me on a profound level. It speaks to the courage required to embark on a new path, even when surrounded by doubt and uncertainty.
My life journey has been filled with uncertainty, yet each step has brought me closer to my true self. I remained hopeful and determined, and this resilience paid off as I began new professional ventures and rediscovered my passion for writing.
To anyone facing crossroads in life: trust your journey. It may involve making difficult decisions and letting go of what once seemed crucial, but listen to your own voice. Embrace the uncertainty, knowing that each step forward is a step toward saving and nurturing your life. Replanting yourself in new soil can lead to unexpected growth and fulfillment.
Every transition marks a new chapter in your life. Every step, even the uncertain ones, is leading you toward a future filled with potential and growth. Trust in your resilience, remain open to new experiences, and keep moving forward. The path may not always be clear, but with determination and an open heart, you will find your way.
#Uprooted #NewBeginnings #LifeTransitions #MaryOliver #PersonalGrowth
