The assignment was to create a Morning Altar using natural elements. However, instead of placing them on the firm, solid earth, we were instructed to use water as the foundation.
As someone who loves certainty, precision, and controlling the outcomes, this was a lesson in surrendering. I laughed as I observed myself attempting to organize the petals symmetrically. The wind outside blew the petals sideways, and the blossoms organized themselves in their own unique ways.
Isn’t this similar to life? As much as we try to control the outcomes, things will naturally land where they’re meant to land.
Our job is to allow, appreciate, and surrender. It sounds simple, but it’s not easy. There’s an art to letting go and letting be. An art that I continue to practice and cultivate daily.
How can you allow things to naturally unfold this week, and witness how beauty seemingly works its way into your life?