E47_The Seeds We Plant

Being raised in a large city, I always fantasized about life in the country. More specifically, I admired folks who were able to live off the land and make their own food. So like any adventurous urban farmer, I tried my hand at growing something simple like tomatoes or mint. They didn't last long (turns out, I don't have a green thumb). However, that experience did get me thinking about how many times we plant seeds that will flower as results in our life, but then don't take proper care of them to make sure they succeed. These seeds can represent our career goals, life ambitions, a romantic relationship, or our personal growth in general. Regardless of the type of "plant" we wish to produce, those seeds don't get far unless we give them the best opportunity to grow…