Becoming Without A Deadline

I am breaking the narrative of growth being on a timeline.

Everything is so rushed.

Instant gratification.

Wealth & luxury by your early twenties.

Marriage and kids before thirty.

And so on. And so on.

I used to be in a rush. I rushed to get to college after graduating high school. I was scared to go beyond 4 years to get my degree. I was in a rush to get a job right after graduating. It was always “what’s next?” instead of pausing to be intentional and acknowledge my progress.

Recognizing and celebrating growth over time is essential to maintaining it. And most importantly, intentionally acknowledging progress without the need to broadcast it for likes and views. That takes away from the genuine feel of growth. Sometimes celebrating is meant to be intimate. Sometimes recognition is only done within yourself. From my experience, this keeps me humble and allows me to focus on the true intention of my work. It has nothing to do with notoriety or fame—it is solely rooted in healing and community.

I have accomplished so much and I am grateful for this growth.

But I am still growing.

I am still becoming.

In my own time, without a deadline.