Embracing the Snail’s Pace

The Power of Moving at a Snail’s Pace

This year, I found myself drawn to the image of a snail. It wasn’t just a passing thought—it became a symbol for how I often felt in my own journey. In the past, when I felt stuck, I would stop entirely for a while, unsure of how to move forward. That cycle of stagnation was frustrating, and it made progress feel out of reach.

But then, I started thinking about the snail. It doesn’t rush, yet it keeps going—one small bite at a time, slowly but surely making its way. That simple realization shifted something in me. Instead of stopping when things felt slow, I embraced the idea that even tiny steps matter. And when I did that, moving forward no longer felt like a struggle—it became natural.

With that mindset, I started building my website. It wasn’t an overnight success. Some days, I made only the smallest tweaks, and other days, I questioned whether I was getting anywhere at all. But I kept going, trusting that each small action would add up. And now, I can finally see the result of that steady effort—my website is here, and I’m proud of what I’ve built.

This journey also led me to create The Elevation Journal, my very first newsletter. Just like the website, it’s another step forward—a space for steady, meaningful growth, one edition at a time. In each issue, I share self-development insights and creative inspiration to encourage others on their own journey.

So if you ever feel like you’re not moving fast enough, remember the snail. Keep going. Keep creating. Even the smallest steps will take you further than you ever imagined.

"This is my very first podcast episode! A small step, but a big leap out of my comfort zone. Good or not, I'm going for it. Sometimes, the most important thing isn’t perfection, but simply starting."

Tatjana Gijsbers