4 BUILD FAITH IN YOURSELF BY ‘ROOTING TRUST’

From the delicate daffodil to the rugged potato to the towering oak, every plant, large and small, depends on a strong root system for the ballast it needs to thrive. The same can be said about us, says Jansen. “This last part of the cycle means cultivating your internal landscape of ‘roots’—your faith in yourself—which tethers you to the belief that you are the best guide for your own growth.”

To nurture this inner strength, remind yourself of a simple yet all-too elusive truth: “You can trust yourself to choose the life you want—try and try again by giving yourself opportunities to bet on yourself,” Jansen encourages, adding that the key to an inspired life lies in three words: rest, reflect and reaffirm.

Allowing yourself the time to rest will lower your stress levels and lift your spirits. Then reflect on the fact that, yes, you do matter. “Ask yourself, ‘Am I showing up and trying? And If I am, what am I learning?’ This awareness will help you reaffirm your next steps and prioritize yourself on your growth journey,” she says. “Listen to your voice and ask for help when you need it.”

After all, we experience the most fulfilling growth when we both rely on our ourselves and lean on others. This vital combination creates what Jansen describes as, “a tapestry of roots that holds us where we want to be held—and lets us reach our true potential.”