We’ve all been there—pouring time, energy, and heart into something that just doesn’t grow. A relationship, a job, a dream, a partnership, a project. You tell yourself to wait a little longer, try a little harder, give a little more. And maybe—just maybe—it’ll all work out.
But deep down, you know the truth. You planted good seeds… in the wrong soil.
The hardest part isn’t walking away. It’s admitting that it’s not going to bloom—not because you weren’t enough, but because the environment wasn’t right.
Sometimes, the conditions aren’t fertile. The support isn’t there. The timing’s off. The values don’t align. And it’s okay. Because recognizing the wrong soil is the first brave step toward finding the right one.
There’s no shame in changing course. There’s wisdom in saying, “This isn’t working. Let me start fresh.” It’s not failure—it’s redirection. It’s knowing your seed deserves better ground.
So if you’ve been staring at barren earth for too long, waiting for something to grow—take a breath. You don’t need to keep waiting. You’re allowed to uproot and replant where there’s light, nourishment, and the possibility of real growth.
Better to walk away with clarity than to wait forever in doubt.
Your next season begins with one bold truth:
The seed is still good. You just need new soil.
Kenrick Vaz 