March 2025: BLOOM

kayaeubanks04
Mar 2
2 min read

Updated: Mar 7

I can't believe it's March already! This month we are embracing and providing ourselves the space to BLOOM. As we celebrate Women's History Month, we honor the remarkable women who planted seeds of possibility and paved the way for our growth. This month, we're creating space to nurture ourselves and uplift the women in our lives.

Today, I experienced one of those unexpectedly powerful moments of emotion—when you suddenly see your own growth reflected back at you. While connecting with friends I've known since college, they showered me with love and support for the journey I've been on. It's wild to think that I used to be superrr in my head about teaching classes, constantly doubting myself. Now? There's not a day that goes by where I'm not excitedly planning what we'll be doing next in class or dreaming up new events. How far we've come!

This time together made me realize that blooming requires intentional cultivation:

Planting your seeds in environments where they can thrive
Finding spaces where you can water yourself
Allowing trusted friends and family to nurture you
Practicing patience
And then witnessing yourself unfold into something beautiful

We kicked off the month with the theme of having the courage to begin. This reminder feels especially powerful as spring awakens around us, showing us that new growth is always possible. And yet, we can't forget the essential truth: you can't grow until you plant the seed.

For myself, I even have a hard time getting out of my own way. This newsletter itself is evidence! For months I've talked about doing this, yet only now am I finally having the courage to begin. Something shifts when we stop waiting for perfect conditions and simply start where we are, with what we have.

What might be holding you back from your own blooming? Is it fear? The pursuit of perfection? These are the shadows that can keep our seeds dormant, waiting for a someday that never arrives.

Whatever the idea or deepest aspiration might be, it deserves the space to bloom. It doesn't need perfect conditions—just your willingness to begin.

JOURNAL PROMPT:

Recall a time you pushed beyond your comfort zone and something beautiful emerged.
What gave you strength to take that first step?
What seeds of possibility can you nurture this week with courage and attention?

See you on the mat soon and sending love your way!