As my life continues to change unexpectedly, I realize I am transitioning into something that will eventually become beautiful. A butterfly is the best example of this. She represents personal growth, life transitions, spirituality, joyfulness, and lightness of being. She is colorful and attractive. I am the butterfly and she is me.

As she flies and rests, she reminds me of the Um (passive energy) and Yang (active energy). Our daily lives are in constant active and passive energy. We can’t stay too long on one side before the other side activates. We are always in motion. The butterfly moves with such beauty and grace that we become entranced by her lightness and joy. She is a gentle creature with such vivid hues on her wings that to watch her can bring peace into your heart.

My transitions may not be as graceful as the butterfly, but I will be unique, colorful, and joyful. It isn’t going to come easy, but if everything were easy then what fun would living be?

~A. Mak