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Understanding the 10 Stages of Growth


All living things develop and grow in cycles and stages. Of course we do as well. Not just physically but on all levels, physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual. To maximize our growth in a balanced way, we need to approach growth holistically, using all our faculties; body, mind, heart, and soul.

Where it comes to matters of growth and development, I find it useful to think of 10 stages similar to those of a fruit tree's life cycle.

  1. Genesis – A seed is planted
  2. Inspiration – Awaken the seeds within
  3. Aspiration – Arouse a desire for growth
  4. Germination – Sprout and take root
  5. Transformation – Stretch, reach and blossom
  6. Guide – Follow the sun, moon, and stars
  7. Cultivation – Sow the seeds and pull the weeds
  8. Harvest – Gather the fruits
  9. Reflection – See how you have grown
  10. Renewal – Reawaken more seeds within

Each stage has its own challenges, features and a natural progression to the next successive stage. After the entire cycle is completed, another cycle begins, looping round and round as 'circles of life'. If we are not consciously elevating our growth we are destined to just go 'round in circles'. We may have new ideas, envision new dreams, and undertake new actions but without any real sense of growth and development.

Often people will become stuck in a certain stage without having fully experienced the other stages. If you are busy 'cultivating', for example, doing something, but do not have the motivation or the skills to do it well, then you will suffer from underdevelopment. In such a situation you are likely to become frustrated and either give up or jump to another stage that you are more comfortable with.

Broken and jagged development cycles give rise to stunted growth and imbalances. Mastering the growth and development cycle affords you greater control over you destiny and economizes the use of your time and energies.
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