Do We Want Change, or Growth?


I've been asking myself the difference between growth and change. When it comes to myself, I've done both. I changed habits, I changed behaviors, I changed the way I thought (all positive.) On the other side, I changed to suit other people (lesson learned.) 

As I sit thinking about it, I wonder. When it comes to ourselves or our relationships with other people, do we want change, or do we want growth? Do we accept another person's flaws and weaknesses and just hope for them to grow and become better in who they already are (growth), or do we expect them to change completely to suit our own needs? 

In living an autonomous life and wanting an autonomous life for others, growth is what matters most. Not every person will be a fit for us in relationship or friendship, and that's okay. Walking alongside someone respecting their journey and supporting them in their own growth journey as they support us in ours, this is love and freedom. ❤️

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