Roots and Fruits of Life: A Gentle Reminder Power and money are fruits of life. They grow with effort, bloom with opportunity, and ofte...

Roots and Fruits of Life: A Gentle Reminder

Power and money are fruits of life.
They grow with effort, bloom with opportunity, and often shine brightly in the eyes of the world. They can offer comfort, influence, and even admiration. But like all fruits, they come and go with seasons. They are temporary, and their sweetness fades if not rooted in something deeper.

Family and friends, however, are the roots of life.
They’re not always visible. They may not sparkle. But they hold you upright during the fiercest storms. They are the quiet strength beneath your success, the silent support when the world feels heavy, and the steady presence when life feels uncertain.

We can survive without fruits for a time.
Many have lived with little money, no titles, and few luxuries—yet have smiled, loved, and found meaning in each day. But no one can stand tall without roots. Without connection. Without belonging. Without love.

When storms hit—when businesses fall, jobs are lost, or wealth is shaken—it is not the fruits that protect you, it’s the roots. A phone call from a sibling. A friend who listens without judgment. A parent’s prayer. A child’s hug. These are not luxuries—they are life-support.

So, while you chase success—and there’s no harm in doing so—don’t forget to water your roots.
Spend time with your loved ones. Call your old friends. Forgive when you can. Show up when it matters. Because fruits may feed your ego, but roots nourish your soul.