It’s been a few months since I’ve been able to write and share a newsletter. The reality is life has been busy. But when isn’t it?
I’ve gone through some major emotional challenges, my clinic has been in a constant state of hiring, and my kids are home from school. To be honest with you, writing hasn’t been at the top of my list.
Even as I thought about what to share today, I had a little bit of writer’s block. However, what I’ve learned over the last few months is that I’ve had to be true to myself. As much as I share about being still, silent and reflective, I’ve had to do exactly that. I’ve had to quiet all the voices in my head. I’ve to stop doing what others think I should do and do what is right for me. I’ve had to stop being a people pleaser and lean into what pleases me. In doing this I’ve come to realize that I can’t pour from an empty cup. I’ve had to take some time to refill and recharge my cup.
Over the last few months, I’ve traveled, cooked, and connected with my family in meaningful ways. I’ve listened to podcasts just for fun and not to learn anything new. I’ve watched mindless Netflix and focused on being happy in my own skin. I’ve had some tough conversations with family and friends, I’ve cried, I’ve laughed, and I’ve been grateful for life. I’ve experienced loss, frustration, sadness and uneasiness. But I’ve also opened myself up to new experiences that have pushed my comfort zone. I’ve learned how to redefine joy and happiness. I’ve truly learned how to be content.
My word for the year is CHANGE. I had no idea when this word came to me that the journey I was about to embark on would be so transformative. I’ve learned not to be rigid about the things I can’t change. I’ve learned to let go. Trust me, it’s been HARD. I’ve learned that changing my perspective has helped me grow in ways that I didn’t know was possible. I’ve changed how I see myself and the world around me. I used to say “You only live once”. However, the truth is that you only DIE once so choose to live every day!
And so here we are at the midpoint of the year. What have you learned about yourself? How have you been reflective over the last 6 months? What do you want to do differently in the last half of the year? What is stopping you from changing? I challenge you to take a few moments to be thoughtful & insightful.
Thanks for being patient with me on this journey called life. I appreciate you more than you know.