Let’s take a moment to reflect on the biological process of human growth; from birth to adulthood. When a child is born, every small milestone is celebrated. The first time they crawl, the moment they manage to stand while holding onto something, then standing unassisted, and eventually taking those first steps. Each stage is met with joy and encouragement.
We rejoice at each developmental steps not because we expect the child to stop there, but because every stage is a sign of progress toward something greater. When a child starts to blabber their first words, we’re thrilled, not because they’ve mastered language, but because we know fluency is only a matter of time.
In the same way, you must learn to take gradual steps toward your dreams and celebrate your small wins along the journey. The first draft, the first sale, the first fumbling attempt at something new; these are not the final form of your dreams, but they are the ways dreams take shape. Don’t despise the early stages. They are necessary, valuable, and worth honoring.
Above all, never neglect the power of preparation. Preparation is the unseen work, but small victories are the signposts. Do not mistake their size for insignificance. A forest grows one tree at a time.
Growth takes time, and every step counts.
Light’s On 