Being groundless means that my dreams aren’t dragging me around anymore, I’m not worried about where I’m going to end up after grad school because I’m already there. My identity is no longer wrapped up in the acquisition of material things. A lot of what use to define me has gone away; the brightness of my eyes, the perfume I use to wear and the things that use to move me but what I have held onto is my resolve, in a myriad of life’s complexities. Much like flora I’ve often learned how to be resilient and adjust to the circumstances I find myself in; whether it’s job loss, death of a loved one or health ailments. There is something to be said for the ability to thrive in the middle of a crisis; this is where most spiritual growth is done and also where the most strength is gained. It takes self-awareness to find or see the purpose in change, although it’s not easy. Like plants I’ve learned to adapt to many different types of environments; being part of a diverse species who contributes to the ecosystem of survival.