Another lesson from Mystic Oak is that greatness takes time to grow. She didn’t become a majestic tree overnight; it took years for her to grow to her potential and she’s still growing (you’re either green and growing or ripe and rotting!). The growth of the Chinese Bamboo Plant illustrates the necessity of patience to reach our goals in life…

Once the Chinese Bamboo Plant is planted, there is no visible growth for up to five years, even under the most ideal conditions. Then, as if by magic, it suddenly begins growing at the rate of nearly 2 ½ feet per day, reaching 90 feet within 6 weeks!

What is Mother Nature trying to tell us? Greatness takes time to grow.

What area of your life requires more discipline?