Category: Moments of Wisdom

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?

Everyone expresses their fear in different ways. Humans try their best to find some kind, any kind, of control over a situation. Yes, you, too. Some research data. Some share. Some give. Some volunteer. Some craft. Some speak out. Some try to inspire. It doesn’t always give control to do any of these things, but doing something, anything, to work out your feelings can help see you through right back to the light.

Life can be very simple if we choose not to over-think or over-complicate things. Live in and taste each moment. Find joy in the simple and the ordinary. See the sky as if you were a famous painter or hear the music as if you were the creator of symphonies. Each moment is precious and can be filled with wonder if we just allow it to be. Yes, even this one.

Where there is light, there is also darkness. Peace does not exist without chaos. This world maintains balance through opposites. That is why we must experience sorrow in order to enjoy happiness. After all, without bitterness, sweets might not taste so sweet. Remember that the tiniest light makes an impact on the dark. You can be that light.

Let go of any bad feelings you have for who you once were. Seriously. Easier said than done? Not really… Who you used to be and all the junk you’ve been through are how you became the person you are today. You are actually better for your mistakes, screw ups and bad decisions. A frog does not hate the tadpole, nor does a butterfly despise the caterpillar. The whole reason for being here is to be better every day, and you’re great at it.

When the dust settles and a new normal rises from those ashes, who do you want to be? What do you want to do? How will you change the way you think, feel, or chase your passions? We’re being called, yes, to adjust for the safety of our fellow humans… but there will be a renewal. What you do with it, and what you do differently, will be up to you.

Are you taking the time to discover your inner weirdness? Pajamas with feet? Or maybe Garfield slippers are your thing. Perhaps it is time for the blue hair you wanted to try. Taking a few moments to figure out how to express your innermost unique side will actually benefit you later. You might end up with passions and joy you never knew you had!

I hope you are realizing by now that as hard as things can be sometimes, or as lonely as they can be sometimes… that you are needed, desired, and a necessary part of this world. You’re cared about, connected to, and part of something greater than yourself. Don’t give up!

Getting a lot done? Fantastic. Hitting up projects you’ve been meaning to do for ages? Terrific. Working? Playing? Walking the dog? Wonderful. Sitting around in your pajamas? Superb. Needing extra self-care and taking some time to work out your feelings? Incredible. Look, no matter who you are or what you do, how everyone reacts to global, scary events is okay. It is individual. The one thing to keep in mind through it all is that no matter how you cope, as long as it works for you and keeps you going… well, it’s perfect.