My Journey From Plant Killer to… Slightly Less of a Plant Killer
Let’s be honest, my thumbs are far from green. In fact, I’m pretty sure I could kill a cactus in a desert rainstorm. So, when a well-intentioned friend gifted me a “low-maintenance” peace lily, I accepted with a smile and a healthy dose of skepticism. Little did I know, this leafy little fella was about to become my unlikely life coach.
This taught me a valuable lesson about relationships—both with plants and people. Sometimes, too much attention can be suffocating. It’s important to give others space to breathe and grow in their own way. Sometimes, a little tough love—like letting your plant get thirsty—is the best thing you can do.
Lesson #2: Embracing Resilience and the Power of Patience
After my overwatering debacle, my peace lily went through a rough patch. Drooping, yellowing leaves—it looked pretty pathetic. I was convinced I had achieved plant homicide. But then, I remembered what my therapist always says: “When in doubt, wait it out.” I resisted the urge to overcompensate and simply gave the plant space to recover.