The other side of control
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Not being in control makes me uneasy and letting go and surrendering are constant struggles. Deeply ingrained is the belief that control is strength and surrender is weakness.
If I could, I would make sure my plants grow at the form, speed and direction that I want them to.
From art journaling, I begun to realize and experience the other side of control - the power of surrender and trust. It is still a work in progress and this piece serves as a good reminder.
Created this a while ago but was put aside as I wasn't too pleased with the doodle. Decided to take it out today and painted it with colours. Must say I am happy with the outcome.
"Surrender to what is,
Let go of what was,
Have faith in what will be." - Sonia Ricotti