Transformation: All Parts Equal
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Glorified as the change we want to experience, transformation is often compared to the chrysalis portion of the butterfly life cycle.
Of course, without the stages that came before, there would be no mystical chrysalis of transformation from which the beautiful, amazing, and free butterfly emerges.
Each phase is equal and uniquely important in value. Growth is inspired through the realizations captured within the unique perspectives encompassed by all parts of the journey.
As the egg is placed lovingly on a leaf, growth itself is treasured. Trust is the essence of the egg’s existence; that all will unfold as it needs to for this egg to make it in life.
The same loving trust exists within when we are created.
The tiny larvae forages for special food in little bits, just enough, but not too much. It gains strength to make the journey of growing bigger and stronger to enter the next stage.
In childhood, and similar stages of life, we gather the necessary basics for strength to live our lives.
Often plucked off plants as it eats the leaves to fatten for the transformation within the chrysalis, the caterpillar is gaining a layer of sustenance to pad its journey towards a place unknown. A sense of peace to come resonates as it eats and eats in preparation.
As we continue on, we incorporate more information and experience to make the journey; others leave their impression with us as well.
When the time comes to begin the creation of the protective chrysalis, the caterpillar spins silky, shimmering threads to connect itself with a pillar of strength – a branch, a tree, or some other structure it finds comforting.
A decision has been made, a path has been chosen; we seek comfort in our quest.
As the caterpillar hangs in wait, already a part of it has been let go. Moments, hours, days into the process, a sheath of sorts grows to guard the inevitable metamorphosis within.
A letting go, regardless of how slight, is allowed in exchange for the hope of unlimited possibilities.
What happens within is truly beyond what we generally perceive as anything less than miraculous. The caterpillar of the past actually dissolves and if one were to cut open the chrysalis during this sensitive part of the transformation, liquid would be found.
We instinctively protect ourselves and stay in a place of affirmation, seeking support from within, as metamorphosis unfolds.
From the mysterious dissolution of what once was, a new formation is created. Something which includes the basis of the beginnings of the crawling caterpillar, yet carries with it a renewed sense of self-worth, beauty, and freedom.
The old begins to melt away, we are created anew.
As the encasement cracks and the wondrous butterfly begins to emerge, the wings imparting the ability to fly freely must transition themselves. Much like the newborn who breathes the first breath of life outside of the womb, the wings unfold and flutter as they dry and get used to the expansive energy about them.
We adjust to the True light within, dissolving any arising fears.
With the first flapping and ensuing take off, the butterfly in first flight fully realizes the graceful, still place that always resided within, now coming to fruition as it soars with confidence.
The peace within literally becomes the harmony without.
Where ever you find yourself along the Transformational Parenting journey, the place you embody is a treasured part of the magnificent whole. You are exactly where you need to be. Welcome.