Growth is a word we often use but seldom pause to reflect upon. Think about the transformation of a caterpillar into a butterfly—a process so natural, so seamless, where the caterpillar undergoes a complete metamorphosis, emerging in a new form. This growth is entirely physical, driven by Nature’s design. The butterfly doesn’t worry about how beautiful its wings are or what others might think. It simply exists, free of the self-consciousness and complexities that we, as humans, carry.
For us, growth is far more than physical change. Yes, we mature, our bodies evolve, but as conscious beings, our journey doesn’t stop there. We are gifted with something extraordinary: the ability to reflect, to choose, to learn, and to act.
As humans, we are endowed with three incredible powers:
- Free will, the ability to choose our actions and responses.
- Cognitive and emotional intelligence, enabling us to think, learn, feel, and desire.
- The power to execute, to turn our thoughts and desires into action.
These powers give us immense potential to create lives filled with purpose and fulfillment. Yet, for many, life feels like it’s just “going on.” We often settle into routines, convincing ourselves that happiness is occasional and fleeting, disrupted by external circumstances that seem beyond our control.
We find ourselves anxious, angry, fearful, or stressed, reacting to situations as if we are at their mercy. But if we look closely, the root of these reactions lies not in the events themselves but in how we perceive them.
The world outside is a reality—a “given” that we didn’t create. You didn’t choose your body, your family, or the circumstances you were born into. These are the cards you were dealt, and they form the backdrop of your life. This is reality as it is.
However, how we experience this reality is shaped by the lens of our mind. Our perceptions, colored by fears, insecurities, judgments, and past experiences, often distort the world we see. For instance, when you meet someone, you might immediately judge them based on their appearance or behaviour. These judgments come from your mind’s filters, not from who the person truly is.
If the lens of your mind is cloudy with fear or negativity, the world will appear threatening and overwhelming. On the other hand, a clear, balanced mind reveals the world in its true form—just as it is.
This is the essence of inner growth: transforming the lens through which you perceive the world. Growth doesn’t mean changing the reality outside—it means changing your relationship with it. It’s about recognizing that your reactions, your emotions, and your experiences are shaped by your perception, not by the events themselves.
When you begin to understand this, life transforms. You no longer feel bound by external circumstances. Instead, you gain the freedom to respond to life with clarity and balance. This is the journey of true growth—not just moving through life, but evolving within it.
So, the next time you feel overwhelmed by a situation, pause and ask yourself:
- Am I seeing this as it truly is, or through the lens of my own fears and biases?
- Is my reaction about the situation, or about my perception of it?
Growth isn’t something that happens to you. It’s a choice you make, moment by moment, to refine your perception, align with reality, and step into your highest potential. Transformation begins when you stop looking at the world through the cracks of your mind and start seeing it as it truly is.
MEDHYA YOGA & WELLNESS 
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