The Surprising Similarities Between Shit and Love 💕

We might not think about it often, but when you stop and look at it, shit and love have more in common than we’d expect. Here are a few things they share:

1. They Both Help Things Grow
   Just as plants thrive in good soil enriched by what we leave behind, people flourish when they’re surrounded by love. Both shit and love are natural fertilizers—one for the earth and one for the soul.
   
   
2. They’re Meant to Flow Naturally
   Our bodies and hearts are designed to produce both without effort. It’s instinctive, a part of us. Love and shit just… happen. And maybe that’s why both feel so necessary; they’re simply part of being human.
   
   
3. Sometimes, They’re Hard to Talk About
   We might feel shy discussing either one, even though we all experience them. But the truth is, the more openly we embrace both, the healthier we are. It’s freeing to laugh about the messiness—and realize it’s a sign of a life well-lived.
   
   
4. They Bring Us Closer
   Whether it’s shared love or a laugh about life’s messes, both shit and love connect us in honest, unfiltered ways. There’s something grounding, even bonding, about acknowledging these basic parts of ourselves.

with love,
Heather
Founder, Ploppals