For those of you who don't know me, I'm an accidental CA who discovered her passion for English Language coaching & mentoring young professionals to elevate their spoken English. Originally from Mumbai, I'm presently based in Ontario, Canada. Today's story is about my green companion.
I have a tiny plant here on my kitchen countertop. A few weeks ago, it was a little herb with a slender stem, half immersed in water, in a small glass jar.
With hopeful anticipation and based on my past experiments, I eagerly awaited signs of growth from this little plant. I must admit I do not have a successful history with these greens.
After a few days, I noticed tiny leaves sprouting from the stem. While I felt a great surge of joy at this initial growth, I soon realized over the next few days that the leaves were not thriving but merely surviving, growing ever so slightly with each passing day.
While it didn't quite grow as I had hoped, the new leaves continued to hang on, showing their determination to survive.
Refusing to give up on my green companion, I made sure it got plenty of sunlight and gentle care each day.
And then, like a delightful surprise, one morning brought a burst of growth, reminding me of the beauty of patience and the resilience of nature.
What's your story like? Have you ever experienced a moment where perseverance paid off unexpectedly, much like the growth of this little plant?
Did you ever have a time when you kept trying at something, and it worked out? How do you stay strong when things get tough?
As my plant continues to thrive, it reminds me of two things: First, always nurture patience and resilience in the face of challenges; and second, never underestimate the power of consistent care and support, whether for a plant or ourselves.
This story is close to my heart and a true reminder of having more patience, strength, and willingness to flourish despite what the world tells you.
Some of my students are like these little plants. They struggle with fluent communication initially, but they flourish and grow with proper guidance and direction.
The best part of being a communication skills coach is engaging in daily conversations with people from varied backgrounds and cultures. There is always something for me to learn from them, making my day worth it.
I'm glad to share my stories with you. Thanks for reading!