Still Learning

Sometimes what you think isn't your reality.  Sometimes what you've learned doesn't apply.  Sometimes your logic just doesn't fit or seem to work.  There are times that you may still be amazed.  You're still learning.

Although "there is nothing new under the sun", as the saying goes, people will continue to strive to find new ways to do the same ole things.  That push for something new forces you to discover, to invent, and to create.  Nevertheless, sometimes you end up doing the same things your ancestors did...just in some refreshed or recycled manner.

The longer you live, the clearer it will become to you that it's okay not to know everything.  It's also okay not to do things the way everyone else does.  It's okay to be surprised sometimes...maybe even a welcomed experience.  It's okay...you're still learning.

It's beautiful to be you...simply beautiful.

Mind

Your mind can be one of the most creative, innovative, tools of beauty and wonder to ever exist...if used for good.  On the other hand, your mind can be one of the most unimaginably painful, deplorable, horrifyingly stagnating workshops of stress and strife...if you focus or fixate upon the wrong things in life.  The mind is a powerful thing...both beautiful and strong.

Stay focused.  Meditate or pray daily.  Remind yourself of your purpose.  Write it down and read it every chance you get.  Remember that you are here to fulfill a calling that is much higher than your own will or desires.  Remember that your mind strong, but your spirit is stronger.

Never allow your thoughts to override what you know is right.  Never allow your thinking to lead you astray.  Always be certain of who you are and whose you are.  Be confident and unwavering in character and integrity.  Let your light shine for all to see.  Don't think about any one thing too long or you may end up doing wrong.

Your mind does what you tell it.  Your mind follows and repeats patterns and habits...memorized behavior.  Develop good patterns, healthy habits, and positive behaviors.  Keep your thoughts clean and your mind clear.  You are powerful with a powerful tool at your disposal.  Use it wisely.

It's beautiful to be you...simply beautiful.

Letting Go...Again

It's time to let go when you notice yourself even thinking about holding back or feel that someone in your presence isn't genuine.  It's time to let go when you realize words are just words - not attached to good intent, emotion, or passion...empty.  It's time to let go when you begin to wonder instead of knowing.  It's time to let go when your confidence has been transformed into doubt.  It's time to let go when who or whatever you are connected to begins to hurt more than help.

Letting go isn't something that can and should happen in only one specific type of situation. It should happen whenever there is a major shift for the worse in any situation that no longer benefits you and any other parties involved simultaneously.  It's never about only you.  Letting go is healthy and a necessary part of life.  You simply have to recognize and understand when it's time.

It's beautiful to be you...simply beautiful.

Change

When relationships change it's hardly ever spoken of, but always felt.  It's hard not to feel when the energy or chemistry goes from fabulous to missing in action.  Remember, relationships aren't always romantic. They are familial and platonic as well.

When you feel change coming, be aware and clear about what it is you feel.  Talk about it to prevent harboring feelings of resentment.  No one likes to feel like they've been left out in the cold all alone - so don't create that feeling for anyone.  Be honest, loyal, and upstanding.  Never act like a person either no longer exists or that you know how they feel without talking things through...you could be totally wrong.

Never assume. Be forthright. If you act like a person isn't there...the next time you look around, they may not be.  Think about it.

It's beautiful to be you...simply beautiful.

Reach Out

There are times when reaching out is futile.  Regardless of how important it is to maintain contact, reinforce shared views, or to project your feelings...sometimes reaching out just doesn't work with some people.  There are times when one must realize that in order to reach out, there has to be something to reach for.  Otherwise, you're grasping at nothingness - like trying to find your way in the dark and not knowing what's there.  There are times that reaching out can be discouraging.

I am human.  Therefore, I am flawed.  However, I am an idealist.  I see things the way they are, but I think of the way they should be.  Reaching out reinforces the spreading of love and positive energy.  It supports expansion and being open minded.  However, it is important to understand that everyone does not and will not share or adopt this view.

In reaching out, understand that sometimes you may not be well-received.  Sometimes you may be shunned, turned away, or rejected.  Also understand that you could be embraced, welcomed, and appreciated for your efforts.  To every down, there is an up.  For every negative, there is a positive...yin and yang.  Yes, reaching out may, at times, be futile...but not always.  Don't stop.  Reach out.


It's beautiful to be you...simply beautiful.

Stress

Stress is leftover emotion and thought pent up in your body.  It needs an escape...a way out.  For your health and happiness, you must learn your natural stress relievers.  They can save your life.

Stress has a way of making it's presence known by tightening your neck or back, giving you headaches or attitudes, and pushing you to the highest levels of irritability.  Stress can also produce much more serious affects, such as those which result from strokes and heart attacks. 

It is imperative that you find an outlet.  You must seek out and find a healthy option that makes stress melt, or run, away from you.  For some, it may be cooking or fixing things.  For others, it may be meditation or prayer.  For me...it's cleaning and exercise.

Both allow me to focus on a goal and work steadily toward achieving that goal.  I can see and feel the affects of my success, which makes me feel good.  Get focused and have faith.  Be stress-free.  Find a way...you can do this!

It's beautiful to be you...simply beautiful.

Sometimes

Life can be puzzling.

Sometimes it makes you wonder why you're here.  You wonder if you should be here.  You wonder if you've done all you should or could have done with the time you've been given thus far.  You question every decision you've ever made.  You contemplate every action you've already completed.

Just as puzzling and crazy as life can be at times...sometimes it's just as fun and rewarding.  Keep pushing.  Push through the craziness.  Push through the conundrums.  Push through the confusion and chaos.  Push on until you reach your goal, your dream, or your aspirations.

No one can appreciate the reward after all your hard work better than you can.  You're worth it...keep pushing.  Sometimes you just have to.

It's beautiful to be you...simply beautiful.