Author: systems

We all have that little voice inside of us, whispering. No, not our conscience — that voice is usually screaming in our heads, telling us NOT to do the thing. The whisper, though, is heard with the heart. It is our soul encouraging us to chase our passions. Listen to that whisper.

You are more than your mistakes. You are the laughter you bring to others, the goodness of a kind act, the hard work you’ve put into your life, and the beauty of an imperfect, ever-evolving soul. When darkness clouds your mind, it’s easy to ruminate on mistakes and mishaps. Part those clouds with the sunshine of knowledge that you are so much more than your mistakes, and SO much better for having made them and learned from them.

While it is important to never give up on your dreams, it is equally important to know when to step back for a bit. Taking a break and reassessing isn’t quitting. It’s strategizing.

Everything does not have to be okay all the time. There will be bad days. There will be tough times. Want to know something else? You’ll get through and come out the other side of the hurricanes and volcanic eruptions. You can be as strong as the Earth is old. Don’t sell yourself short.

There will be moments when you feel weak, helpless, hopeless. That’s part of the human experience. What we do with these moments is up to us. Let’s not allow them to keep us down. Stand up. Remember that you are strong and this is only a moment of weakness in a lifetime of proven strength. You’ve Got This.

Three things. Think of three things that bring you joy. Say them in your head. You see, whenever you’re stressed or need to go to your happy place, you can repeat those three words to bring yourself a little joy and some grounding. Sometimes three little things can make a huge difference. One, Two…Go!

It is okay to just survive. While you could take a little time to organize the drawers or learn a new language, that isn’t for everyone. Surviving now means thriving later. Surviving the moment, each one as it comes, means being able to triumph when the time is right for you. Don’t compare your experience to that of someone else or what is right for them. Do what you can, of course, but don’t feel guilty if all you’re doing is focusing on getting by… because whatever you are doing for you is enough.

If the dragon looks too big for you to slay, maybe you aren’t actually supposed to be slaying it. Wait, what? Mmmmhmmm. Maybe you are supposed to learn from it. Study it. Understand it. Look at it from a different perspective. Make peace with it. Sure, sometimes standing up with your imaginary sword in a metaphor like this is needed. But sometimes we miss important growth and wisdom when we react first and ask questions later.

Do you ever feel like it’s too late to do something? Every day that you wake up, you are given the opportunity to follow your dreams, start a new project, or learn something new. “Too late” only comes when you stop waking up ready to grow.

From ashes, a phoenix is born and reborn. Some things must burn to ash in order for something greater to grow from the remnants. A more beautiful and amazing potential is waiting to rise from the burning embers of what once was. That potential is you. Get ready, because you’re about to sprout and flower with the bright glow of a phoenix!

Rejection does not mean you aren’t good enough. It could mean that whatever it is simply wasn’t a good fit for you and there’s someone or something more compatible for you out there. Or… it could be a call for improvement so that when the right person or opportunity comes along, you’ll be ready. Under no circumstances does it mean you should stop trying. Keep pursuing your dreams.

It’s easy to see nothing but shadows when your back is against the light. Turn around, friend. A shift in perspective can do wonders for a boost in your life. You can help yourself by shifting focus from negative things to positive outcomes and persevering through the tough times. You have the power to change your perspective. Use it! What can you do today to make your little corner of the world just a bit better?