I have always considered myself an open book. If anything I over share and I do this mainly for the following reasons:
1. I have no regrets. I believe all my actions, whether looked at as a mistake at the time or triumph has led me to where I am now, and I genuinely feel I have a good life. Life is not perfect, there is always room for growth but I think my life is GOOD. I have a little home that despite being rented reflects who my daughter and I are and is warm and safe and full of love. We have our furry feline friends who keep us company and cuddling whether we want to or not. My daughter is getting a wonderful education in a nurturing and supportive environment. I have a car that may not be the prettiest but that I know very well and gets us where we need to go. I have a job that pays our bills and provides a bit extra. Most important, and that which brings the biggest validation to my life are the PEOPLE in my life. I love and am loved.
2. I have lived what I believe to be an inspirational life. It wasn’t easy for me growing up, I went through certain experiences that I hope no one else in the world ever has to go through, however I know they do and many people experience something worse than me. I hope that by sharing my story others see that there is a way to have a fabulous life they can love after trauma. My passion is helping people find their own joy and bliss. Sharing my life with others, being authentic in WHO I AM is the best, easiest way for me to do this. I love to give love.
I’ve been looking lately at what brings people together in relationship. I don’t just mean romantically but friendships as well. What makes people feel closer together? I think it is sharing, truly sharing. I know I feel closest and love the people in my life that I have shared the most of myself with (and are still here.) Those are the people who become the puzzle pieces in my life, without I am incomplete. I don’t mean to say I can live without them but when you open up that fully to someone over time and give them your trust then they become a part of your life, no matter for what length of time – they are a piece.
I did a seminar recently in which everyone was able to share their deepest, darkest selves in a room with over 100 people. The love that grew in the room that weekend was immeasurable. With each story shared LOVE GREW through compassion, empathy, gratitude, and trust. People felt love even for those whose names they didn’t remember - because they shared. People who didn’t want to share at first found themselves regretful they were running out of time and despite fear of public speaking challenged themselves to talk before it was over.
We use language to relate to each other. We use language to express feelings and thoughts and sometimes to just to fill the silence. Without words do others really know what we are feeling or thinking or are they just speculating? Are we responsible with our words? Are we concise so as to avoid confusing others as to what we are really thinking or feeling? Do we over use or avoid certain words in our conversations that limit the depth to which another person can know us?
Bring people closer in your life - Speak clearly and dare opening up the TRUE YOU and you will find LOVE.
1. I have no regrets. I believe all my actions, whether looked at as a mistake at the time or triumph has led me to where I am now, and I genuinely feel I have a good life. Life is not perfect, there is always room for growth but I think my life is GOOD. I have a little home that despite being rented reflects who my daughter and I are and is warm and safe and full of love. We have our furry feline friends who keep us company and cuddling whether we want to or not. My daughter is getting a wonderful education in a nurturing and supportive environment. I have a car that may not be the prettiest but that I know very well and gets us where we need to go. I have a job that pays our bills and provides a bit extra. Most important, and that which brings the biggest validation to my life are the PEOPLE in my life. I love and am loved.
2. I have lived what I believe to be an inspirational life. It wasn’t easy for me growing up, I went through certain experiences that I hope no one else in the world ever has to go through, however I know they do and many people experience something worse than me. I hope that by sharing my story others see that there is a way to have a fabulous life they can love after trauma. My passion is helping people find their own joy and bliss. Sharing my life with others, being authentic in WHO I AM is the best, easiest way for me to do this. I love to give love.
I’ve been looking lately at what brings people together in relationship. I don’t just mean romantically but friendships as well. What makes people feel closer together? I think it is sharing, truly sharing. I know I feel closest and love the people in my life that I have shared the most of myself with (and are still here.) Those are the people who become the puzzle pieces in my life, without I am incomplete. I don’t mean to say I can live without them but when you open up that fully to someone over time and give them your trust then they become a part of your life, no matter for what length of time – they are a piece.
I did a seminar recently in which everyone was able to share their deepest, darkest selves in a room with over 100 people. The love that grew in the room that weekend was immeasurable. With each story shared LOVE GREW through compassion, empathy, gratitude, and trust. People felt love even for those whose names they didn’t remember - because they shared. People who didn’t want to share at first found themselves regretful they were running out of time and despite fear of public speaking challenged themselves to talk before it was over.
We use language to relate to each other. We use language to express feelings and thoughts and sometimes to just to fill the silence. Without words do others really know what we are feeling or thinking or are they just speculating? Are we responsible with our words? Are we concise so as to avoid confusing others as to what we are really thinking or feeling? Do we over use or avoid certain words in our conversations that limit the depth to which another person can know us?
Bring people closer in your life - Speak clearly and dare opening up the TRUE YOU and you will find LOVE.
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