As life goes on, we keep adding things to our baggage. Relevant things accumulate in complexity, shaping the symphony we call life.
Monstera Peru grows in its essence; the older a leaf gets, the more it becomes hollow. That’s exactly what emendation is: letting go of the unnecessary to give power to the core. It’s about finding one’s significance in the very little that makes you, you. That’s perfection—not when there’s nothing more to add, but when there’s nothing more to dismiss.
This doesn’t prevent you from spawning new parts, just as the Monstera can grow new leaves. The cycle starts over again. Growth is not a linear path; the more grounded you are, the more branches you can explore without being overwhelmed. You just have to be intentional when adding, and willing to let go when something is no longer useful. That’s the kind of thing you can apply to many aspects of life.