You Had the Power All Along: Your Path, Your Choice
At the end of The Wizard of Oz, Glinda the Good Witch offers Dorothy one of the most iconic lines in storytelling: “You had the power all along, my dear.” It’s a powerful reminder that the answers we seek are often already within us. Lately, with all the buzz around Wicked—the alternative perspective on the Wizard of Oz—this idea has taken on even more meaning.
Wicked flips the story, showing that everyone’s journey is unique and layered. It reminds us that no one else can truly define who we are or what we’re capable of—not a wizard, a good witch, or anyone else. This wisdom is at the heart of healing and self-discovery: your path is your own, and no one else can walk it for you.
Your Journey, Your Choice
In the same way Dorothy learns that she’s had the power to return home all along, we all have an innate ability to heal and grow. But just like Dorothy, it’s easy to forget this when life feels overwhelming. That’s when we look to teachers or healers—not to give us answers, but to walk beside us as we find our own.
A healer or spiritual teacher isn’t there to take the lead or make decisions for you. They’re more like a companion on the journey, pointing out possibilities and helping you discover the power you’ve always had.
It’s your journey. Your choices. Your growth.
The Role of a Teacher
A good teacher respects your autonomy and trusts you to navigate your own life. They might share tools—like mindfulness techniques or energy healing—but they’re not the source of your growth. They’re simply a guide who helps you uncover your own potential.
Think of it this way: a teacher is like someone handing you a flashlight on a dark road. They help you see where you’re going, but it’s still up to you to take each step. They may even walk beside you for a while, offering support when the road feels difficult. But they know the journey is yours to lead.
Trusting Yourself
It’s natural to seek guidance when you’re unsure of your path. But the most important thing to remember is this: the power is already within you. Healing and growth don’t come from someone else—they come from your willingness to trust yourself and take the steps that feel right for you.
That doesn’t mean you have to figure everything out on your own. Teachers and healers can help you see what’s possible, but they can’t make the decisions for you. A true teacher empowers you to trust the wisdom that’s already within you.
You Had the Power All Along
Whether you feel like Dorothy trying to find your way home or Elphaba learning to embrace her unique gifts, one truth remains: you’ve always had the power. The path you’re on is uniquely yours, and no one else can walk it for you.
A teacher can offer guidance and encouragement, but the journey is yours to take. Each step, each choice, each moment of growth belongs to you.
So when you feel uncertain, remember Glinda’s words: “You had the power all along, my dear.” You don’t need to turn your power over to anyone else. You simply need to trust yourself, step onto your path, and discover the magic that’s been within you all along.
And that’s where your greatest healing and transformation begin.