A gentle whisper from a tree in my backyard…

This year brought unexpected change — the kind that reshapes you slowly and teaches you to trust what’s still being formed.
It wasn’t quick or tidy. It was quiet, slow, refining, shifting. From the inside out.

These remaining leaves captured in the image of the tree in my backyard, held a story for me. A reflection focused on holding on and being held.

Holding On With Strengths

Connectedness reminded me there is meaning woven into every transition.

Responsibility kept me grounded in my values when the path felt unclear and guided my next step.

Belief anchored me in purpose when the next step felt uncertain.

Ideation reminded me there are always new ways forward.

Learner guided my growth and curiosity through the unfamiliar.

Activator pushed me to take the first brave step when clarity finally met courage.

Each theme held a different thread, creating a kind of inner stability when everything else felt in motion.

Held in Faith

Scripture speaks in so many ways about being held — not by our own strength, but by God’s.

“Hold fast to the Lord your God.” — Deuteronomy 13:4
“He is before all things, and in Him all things hold together.” — Colossians 1:17
“For I am the Lord your God who takes hold of your right hand.” — Isaiah 41:13

In every season, especially the uncertain ones, it is God who holds, steadies, and upholds us.

Wherever You Are in Your Own Season

Whether you’re holding on, letting go, or stepping into something new…

hold on with your strengths,

and move forward in faith.

May these words meet you with hope in whatever season you’re navigating.