“When you’re in a dark place, you sometimes feel as though you’ve been buried.
But perhaps… you’ve been planted. It’s time to bloom.”

I first came across this quote six years ago, and it has stayed with me ever since, continuing to echo in my heart. It serves as a reminder that what we perceive as an end may just be a beginning in disguise.

Consider the humble bean seed. For it to sprout, it only needs three days in the dark—three days of being buried in the soil, surrounded by dirt, loneliness, and silence. Yet, in those three days, it is quietly gathering strength, preparing for the moment it will reach for the light.

And then, there’s the bamboo. This resilient plant only flowers once in its entire lifetime, a century after it begins its journey. For the first 3 to 5 years, its growth is unseen, hidden beneath the surface of the earth. It is not wasted time—it is preparation, patience, and resilience in the making.

In contrast, the humble mung bean plant lasts only a few weeks, while bamboo can stand tall for 7 to 15 years. There’s wisdom here: Nature teaches us that growth, depth, and longevity are often born from patience and perseverance.

  1. In moments of difficulty, we are not defeated. Rather, we are given the opportunity to grow stronger, more resilient, and more rooted in ourselves.
  2. The effort we invest in our lives and dreams determines their longevity. Great things take time, and the fruits of our labor are directly tied to the energy we pour into them. If we give little, we receive little. But if we give wholeheartedly, we create a foundation for lasting growth.
  3. Patience is not just a virtue; it is a necessity. Each of us blooms at our own pace, in our own season. There is no need to rush the process—growth comes when it is ready, not when we demand it.

So, dear friends, if you find yourself in the dark, know this:
You are not buried.
You are planted.
And in time, you will bloom.

With love,

Little-pencil