Feeling Buried? You’re Actually Being Planted
Life can feel overwhelming—like you’re being buried under the weight of struggles, uncertainty, and pain. But what if you’re not being buried… you’re being planted?
Think of a seed. From its perspective, being placed into the ground feels like an ending. It’s surrounded by darkness, covered in dirt, and breaking apart. But what we know, and what the seed doesn’t, is that this process is necessary for growth. It isn’t the end—it’s the beginning of something new and beautiful.
Transformation Starts in the Dark
In our toughest moments, we often ask: Why is this happening to me? But Judaism teaches us that nothing happens to us—it happens for us. Just like a seed that disintegrates before it can sprout, our challenges are often the very things that push us to grow.
The Torah reminds us that Hashem is always guiding our path, even when we can’t see it. What appears to be destruction is often the foundation for renewal. It’s in these moments of struggle that our greatest transformations take place.
Throughout Jewish history, we see this pattern. The exile in Egypt, the destruction of the Beit HaMikdash, and even personal trials of tzadikim all seemed like tragic endings. Yet, in hindsight, they were necessary steps toward redemption, resilience, and growth. This is the deeper message of emunah—faith in the process, faith in Hashem’s plan, even when it’s not yet clear.
Trust the Process—You Are Growing
If you feel stuck, lost, or like everything is falling apart, remember: the process of blooming doesn’t happen overnight. Just as a seed takes time to push through the soil and reach the sunlight, your growth is already in motion—even if you can’t see it yet.
Judaism’s perspective on life’s challenges is one of deep trust. Hashem has a plan, even when it’s beyond our understanding. The darkest moments often lead to the greatest light. This is why we say Gam zu l’tovah—this, too, is for the good. Even when life feels unfair, we hold onto the belief that every difficulty has meaning and purpose.
Stay patient. Stay strong. You are growing in ways you can’t yet imagine.
