Walking My Own Walk > April 2008

Monday, April 21, 2008

Testing...1.2.3...Testing

Here is some food for thought...

The Universe is great at testing our growth before another growth spurt takes place. Why?

Two simple reasons; 1)to ensure that we are ready for the next growth spurt and 2)to make darned sure that we have mastered all that we needed to during that last growth spurt.

Ahhh, the joys of growing pains.

Sunday, April 13, 2008

Just Me...And That's Good Enough

When I was in high school I got lost. I did not get lost in the car traveling some unknown road. I did not get lost in the mall, nor did I get lost in a daydream. I got lost when it came to being me. I was ALWAYS trying to be someone else, someone, anyone, aside from me. I felt that if I was someone other than me, I would fit in, I would be part of the popular crowd. The sad fact of the matter was I never felt that me, the real me was good enough and in focusing my attention on what others thought, I got lost.

I am 41 years of age and I have come to realize something very important, me is good enough. I should never have to be someone I am not in order to fit in, to be accepted, or to be loved. You see, I forgot that most recently. I forgot that being me, the best, most loving, kind person I can be is IMPORTANT. I forgot that I should never have to compromise who I am, and in turn my own integrity by showing up as anything other than me.

I am me, warts and all. I am me, huge heart, warm smile, and lots of love, compassion, and passion to share. I am glad I have been reminded that if that's not good enough for another that's OK, but it is good enough for me. Here's to all of us embracing our true wonderful selves and remembering that is MORE THAN GOOD ENOUGH!

Sunday, April 06, 2008

Oh, To Be A Loose End

Lately I have been feeling like a loose end; not very connected or grounded. With that feeling comes noise, a feeling of unsettledness, and even a bit of fear. What's worse, I lose that deep connection to my intuitive side; a side that I have come to embrace and truly love. I have been in this space before and it does not scare me, but it does frustrate the hell out me. I don't like it, but I am learning to go with it and look for the good. (For example, during these times I am even more appreciative of the times when I am most grounded and peaceful.)

So this week over on Make the Most of U I asked the following “Go Big Or Go Home Question”; Who or what do I need to be to create a peaceful and grounded life? What am I willing to do to achieve peace and become more grounded and peaceful?

My answer...

I need to be a patient person. (This is a tough one for me, as patience has NEVER been my strongest suit.)
I need to be loving and compassionate, not just to others, but to myself.
I need to be aware and present so that I can catch any fear-based actions or words.
I need to be grateful.
I need to be accepting of me and be real/authentic.

I am willing to get back to mediating again at least three times a week.
I am willing to journal every night before bed.
I am willing to practice a gratitude exercise anytime fear sets in.
I am willing to take deep breathes, especially when I notice feelings of unsettledness.
I am willing to avoid getting involved in drama of any kind.
I am willing not to be judgmental of myself or others.
I am willing to avoid gossip.

Clarity is a beautiful thing. So...Who or what do you need to be to create a peaceful and grounded life? What are you willing to do to achieve peace and become more grounded and peaceful?