What the caterpillar says to the cocoon

I feel like today’s New Yorker cartoon of the day captures so much.

1. The people you admire, look up to for advice, and who seem so put together are often in a gooey, directionless “messy middle” of their own.

2. As you grow, there is an organic evolutionary process unfolding within you. It may seem terrifying, but it has its own natural order and timing. You can relax and trust it.

3. In the background – say hello to the Modi Toys Durga plushie I keep on my desk :) Because yes, my god is an angry woman, and I wouldn’t have it any other way.