DAY 15 PROGRESS

Today’s reflection is about progress. As a teacher, I’m lucky to witness progress often—more often than not—and it’s such a thrill. Watching someone improve, overcome challenges, and achieve something new is one of the most rewarding parts of what I do. And I know that feeling firsthand too—that spark of joy when I realize I’ve made progress myself.
Yesterday, while practicing yoga, I had one of those moments. Lately, I’ve felt like I’ve hit a plateau, seeing very little improvement over the past few months. But yesterday was different. I noticed a tiny step forward (the crow in today’s reflection picture is a reminder of what the achievement was), and it made me so happy. It reminded me just how much progress matters—not only for the results but also for the energy and motivation it gives me to keep going.
Progress doesn’t always come quickly. Sometimes it feels like being in the middle of a desert, wondering if anything is really changing. And sometimes, progress simply means holding steady—staying where I am and not falling behind. I believe that if I put my heart into something and stay consistent, progress will come. It’s true in teaching, in personal growth, and in life. And when it does, it’s such a good feeling.