Faced with a wilting Satin Pothos, volunteer gardener Liang Si felt a wave of anxiety wash over her. On her first day at the community garden, she worried that her inexperience might doom the delicate tropical plant.
Enter Mr. Cheng, a seasoned master gardener with a gentle demeanor. Seeing her distress, he offered his guidance. Together, they delicately tended to the dying plant, carefully pruning damaged leaves and adjusting the soil.
As they worked, Mr. Cheng shared his own story. For a decade, he had been a commuter caught in the relentless grind of a 12-hour workday, six days a week. The high-pressure environment left him anxious and disconnected.
“I was constantly on edge,” Mr. Cheng admitted. “But then I found gardening. Nurturing plants brought peace to my inner self. Watching something grow under my care gave me a sense of fulfillment I’d never experienced before.”
Liang Si listened intently, inspired by his journey from corporate stress to horticultural harmony. The garden became more than just a place for plants; it was a sanctuary for personal growth and healing.
By the end of the day, the Satin Pothos showed signs of revival, its leaves perking up ever so slightly. Liang Si realized that, much like the plant, she too was experiencing renewal.
“Gardening isn’t just about plants,” she reflected. “It’s about cultivating patience, fostering connections, and finding peace within ourselves.”
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'Oh! My Greens' Ep. 10: Summer battle to save dying tropical plants
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