Even though it feels like the world is growing out of its bare state with the famous cherry blossoms of spring starting to bloom, I feel myself start to crumble apart. The little bits and pieces that break away when I’m most vulnerable are starting to take a few more particles as if they’re afraid to go alone. The stress that bottles itself inside of me is tapping at every inch of me from the inside, ready for its chance to slither out when I blow, but in the end, it’s up to me to stay strong and overcome the struggles that try to root themselves to me.
It’s getting harder every time I live a day filled with people who refuse to cooperate or communicate in general. I try so hard to be like the watering pot that sprinkles the little, growing sprouts – supporting them to become stronger and better. It’s my job as a group leader, isn’t it? To bring out the best out of those who are relying on me? But sometimes, the one holding the watering pot loses balance and the water spills over completely, ruining and killing the plant it was trying to help. Hopefully, that won’t happen to me by the time I’m finished with what I need to do.
haesols 
Heasols, I have read your post, and I found there are some metaphors that you used.
It is quite challenging when I was reading the post even though I could not understand it fully. As you have mentioned about bringing out your best to those who are relying on you. Then,what might be the factors for you to lose balance as a group leader that you are hoping not to happen?
I really like writing in metaphors and similes, or just any form of comparison that can relate the acts of nature or the world with the actions of real life.
As for the factors that would take me off-balance, I think the fact that I have a quick temper is the main reason why I’m not the most suitable leader. Indeed, I do have better pronunciation than my group members, but to be a good leader, as we read before, a vision, communication, and good judgment is needed, but for my members to rely on me, solely because of the way I can roll my tongue isn’t much of a valid reason. After reading the assigned article, I’ve had time to reflect on how I act and I hope to become a good leader by taking those steps that we’ve learned about.
Wow, I thought I was reading a poem. Your post kind of sounded depressing and felt like you had a negative point of view. You said that you try your best to sprinkle water to the plants and make it grow and eventually when you loose balance of the water and tips over completely on the plant it kills it. You and I are both the leaders of the forum project and I can totally agree with what your post says. I would like to advice you to be positive with your situations. In order to become a successful leader you have to think positive and have a vision that your plant will grow very strong and healthy.
Thank you for the advice! I’ll be sure to keep it in mind whenever I feel myself lose my temper, which will be quite often. I know we have similar burdens on our plates and it’s nice to hear a word of support from someone who understands. I hope the same for you! Be sure not to overwater your plants, Hyuck Min!!