The Best of You Rooted & Resilient
Jan 12, 2026
Discover the power of resilience through the imagery of trees planted by nourishing streams. The discussion highlights the importance of internal and external supports over mere willpower. Explore the contrasts between grounded lives and those scattered like chaff. Learn how meditation and practice can foster emotional stability. Finally, reflect on where you're rooted and how to enrich your soul with supportive practices.
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Rootedness Versus Reactivity
- Psalm 1 contrasts two inner postures: rootedness versus being scattered and reactive.
- Resilience looks like being planted near what sustains you, not heroic toughness or avoidance of storms.
Resilience Is Placement Not Willpower
- Resilience is supported by reliable internal and external resources that help recovery from stress.
- The tree's stability comes from where it is planted, not from willpower or immunity to hardship.
Unanchored Life Feels Like Chaff
- Living unrooted feels like chaff blown by the wind with emotions swinging and reactions intensifying.
- From a nervous system view, lack of grounding lets stress move through you unchecked so you brace instead of adapt.