You know that feeling when the first signs of spring show up? The light hits differently. The air smells softer. You suddenly feel the urge to clean, to move, to do something new. But here's the truth: growth doesn't just happen in spring. It happens daily.
The world around us may be blooming, but what about the world within us? What are we watering there?
Growth Starts in the Mind
Most people think growth is about achieving more. But real growth often starts with subtracting—removing outdated beliefs, habits that no longer serve us, and old narratives that keep playing on loop.
If you've ever felt stuck, you're not alone. It's not a lack of effort. It's just that the brain defaults to what it knows. That's where the Reticular Activating System (RAS) comes in. It’s the part of your brain that filters information and shows you what it thinks is most important—often based on your repeated thoughts. Think of it like your brain’s internal gardener, pulling the weeds and spotlighting the seeds you keep watering with attention.
So if you're constantly telling yourself you're not good enough, guess what the RAS will prioritize? But if you start planting thoughts like, "I am capable. I am growing. I am allowed to take up space"... the brain adjusts.
Growth Is a Ritual, Not a Rush
We live in a culture that glorifies the overnight transformation. But real, sustainable growth? It looks more like:
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Making a new choice in a familiar situation.
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Repeating an affirmation even when you don’t fully believe it (yet).
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Lighting a candle and setting a small intention every day.
These little rituals matter. They’re micro-moments that rewire the brain. Over time, they compound into transformation.
3 Reflection Prompts to Kickstart Your Growth This Month
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What am I outgrowing?
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What is one new belief I’m ready to root into?
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What would it look like to grow with grace, not force?
Take five minutes. Write them down. Reflect. Let this season be a mirror, not a measuring stick.
And if you’re looking for a meaningful ritual to support this inner work, our affirmation candles are designed to do just that. Through scent and repetition, they help connect your brain to the thoughts you want to be true.
Until then, keep watering the good stuff.