Story:
The Tale of the Bamboo Tree
Deep Dive:
The Chinese bamboo tree takes five years to break through the soil. For five years, it requires watering, nurturing, and love, and yet nothing appears. But in the fifth year, it grows 80 feet in just six weeks. The story teaches us that even when it seems like nothing is happening, growth is occurring beneath the surface.
Action Steps:
- Keep watering your dreams, even when it feels like nothing is happening.
- Trust the process; your time will come.
Further Reading:
- “Grit: The Power of Passion and Perseverance” by Angela Duckworth
- “The Dip: A Little Book That Teaches You When to Quit (and When to Stick)” by Seth Godin