How do we know if we are going in the right direction?

  In the previous article, I spoke about the theme of growth - personal, creative, emotional - and the often subtle signs that show we’re evolving. But one question keeps coming up: in the midst of so much uncertainty, how can we truly know if we’re on the right path?
  The truth is, growth doesn’t always feel like growth. It often happens quietly. While we search for visible proof that we’re making p
rogress, we forget that some of the biggest changes happen behind the scenes. It’s like someone who trains every day and only notices results when they look at an old photo. Sometimes, we confuse stagnation with consolidation. And, as strange as it may sound, grounding ourselves is also a form of growth.
  Having doubts doesn’t mean we’re failing. On the contrary, it might mean we’ve stopped living on autopilot. We start questioning more, trying to understand better, and refusing to accept just any answer. That is growth. And the very fact that we’re asking, “Does this make sense?” already shows awareness. It shows that we care about the path - not just the destination.
  And what if the “right path” isn’t just one path? So often, we wait for external validation - whether it’s praise, a number, an opportunity - to tell us we’re headed the right way. But maybe the real question is: “Does this make sense to me right now?” We won’t always feel clarity or certainty. But if something within us finds peace or excitement in that direction, maybe that’s enough.
  There are signs, even small ones, that we’re growing: when we no longer react the way we used to. When we realize certain criticisms don’t hit as hard anymore. When we stop trying to please everyone. When we gain more clarity about what actually feels good to us. Or even when we look at our work with fresh eyes - more critical, yes, but also more compassionate.
  In creative projects, growth doesn’t always mean something more complex or impressive. Sometimes, we write something simpler, but more truthful. More present. More emotionally mature. It might seem like a step back in style, but it’s actually a step forward in authenticity.
  So maybe the question shouldn’t be “How do I know if I’m evolving?” but rather: “What’s changed in me since the last time I asked myself this?” Growing doesn’t mean we stop having doubts. It means learning to walk alongside them, without letting them stop us. And maybe, just maybe, it means accepting that we are already evolving - even when we can’t yet see it.