Diamonds or Trees

Some days I wonder if I enjoy the pain.

Why do I put so much pressure on myself?

Is it a habit? If so, is it serving me or holding me back?

Do I grow more with it or without it?

Diamonds are made under extreme pressure... Does that mean it will work for me?

Then again... Trees can grow to be big, strong and beautiful with no pressure at all...

​I guess the question is, what's it all for?

What do I really want?

What do I want my life to look like?

More importantly, how do I want to feel? That's ultimately what it all comes down to.