What an interesting read and food for self reflection!
I'd like to think that time smoothens the stones, softening up the rough edges etc - In other words, we may think we are stationary but the emphasis is on mindset - every little positive thought and little changes we incorporate in order to grow mentally, emotionally and spiritually means we are making progress even though it may not be visible to the eye
Lol your post made me write a small essay in the comments :)