Welcome to School of Soul!  I'm Adeline Atlas, the author of the School of Soul Series, a six-time published author, master manifestor, and your cheerleader bestie on the internet!

Change is inevitable. Growth is optional.

Think about that for a moment. Change is a constant. It’s something we can’t avoid, no matter how hard we try. Life is always moving, evolving, shifting. Seasons change, circumstances change, and we change too. It doesn’t matter whether we welcome it or resist it—change will happen.

But growth? Growth is a choice.

While change may happen to us, growth happens within us. It's the conscious decision to take what life throws at us—the good, the bad, the unexpected—and use it as fuel to become better, wiser, and stronger. It’s the choice to see every change as an opportunity for transformation.

Why is growth optional? Because growth takes effort. It requires us to step out of our comfort zones, to confront our fears, to face the unknown, and to choose discomfort over complacency. Growth isn’t automatic. Just because change happens doesn’t mean we automatically evolve into better versions of ourselves. We have to choose it. We have to work for it.

Consider this: When life throws a challenge your way, you have two options. You can resist it, stay stuck in frustration, and wish things were different, or you can embrace it and ask, “What can I learn from this? How can I use this to grow?”

Choosing growth means accepting that we may not have control over every change, but we do have control over how we respond to it. It means seeing every change, every shift, every unexpected twist, as an invitation to expand, to evolve, and to become more aligned with who we are truly meant to be.

And here's the thing: growth doesn't always have to be monumental. It doesn't always mean a massive life overhaul or achieving some grand milestone. Sometimes, growth is simply about shifting our mindset, being kinder to ourselves, or learning to let go. It’s about the small, daily choices that accumulate over time and shape the person we become.

So, how can we ensure we choose growth when change comes our way?

First, practice awareness. Notice the changes happening in your life. Instead of reacting with fear or frustration, pause and reflect. Ask yourself, “What is this change here to teach me?”

Second, embrace discomfort. Growth happens outside of our comfort zones. If you’re feeling uncomfortable, uncertain, or even scared, recognize that these feelings are signs of growth in progress. Lean into them, rather than retreating.

Third, set intentions for your growth. Be clear about what you want to learn, how you want to evolve, and what kind of person you want to become. Use every change, big or small, as an opportunity to move closer to that vision.

Remember, change is inevitable, but growth is up to you. Life will keep changing, but whether you choose to grow through those changes is entirely in your hands. So, let’s make the choice today to grow, to evolve, and to become the best versions of ourselves, no matter what life brings our way.

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