Handling Too Many Changes At Once

 I finally have a new blog entry, I took two weeks off. Thank you for being patient with me. 😊

I have been going through a series of life lessons, I have been learning daily that growth happens when I stretch myself outside of my comfort zone. I find myself growing when I take a leap of faith into an uncomfortable territory. I find that their is so much benefit to getting out of my comfort zone, but there is also so much anxiety of the unknown that is also present. There has been so much change in my life recently, everything seems like it's happening so fast. I have to remind myself to breathe and live in the moment.

I have recently started taking a meditation class, I needed to learn some techniques to calm my anxieties and help me decompress. Change is something that will always happen, how I deal with it, will either set me up for success or failure. Whatever, it maybe, my mind is made up to handle what comes next. I am resolved to do whatever it takes to achieve full wellness in my life. Wishing you good health and wellness in your life.

Stand Still

 There is a lot going on right now with everyone, we are all going through our personal struggles coupled with the world current events. We all need  to be kind and helpful to one another, this is not the time to doubt and give into the pressure!

When in doubt choose to believe, when the darkness come surround yourself with something that brings light into your life. Never doubt the power that you have inside, you may not be able to control the outcome of the situation but you can be intentional about what you want in you life. Give a little kindness to yourself and to others, that is the most that any of us can do. 

Stand still and know that this is not the end though things may look grim in the world today. Every end brings a new beginning. If you are at the end of a situation, there will be birth of a new beginning. Keep your peace and heart looking towards hope. Stand still and know that there is a wonderful new beginning on the way. 

New Year, Same Problems!?

 It's a New Year and many people thought that at the stroke of midnight the pandemic of 2020 would just disappear in 2021. That is very wishful thinking and I personally wish that this was the case, however it's not. The entire world is getting a big lesson in patience, the Corona virus is still among us. There is very little we can do, except keep ourselves safe with masks, gloves and social distancing. 

My Year In Review

Before the pandemic began, I found out that I lost a family friend to a heart attack. I was in disbelief, I lost a great friend. Before I could properly morn the loss of my friend, the Corona Virus began to spread in the United States. Some of my church family was affected by the Corona Virus and a few lost this battle with this terrible virus. I also lost another family friend to the Corona Virus. Remote learning was also in full affect for all students, including my children. My daughter missed her 8th grade graduation and she started high school virtually. My son also started his junior year of high school virtually. Virtual learning has been challenging. Many places were abruptly closed down due to the virus. My family and I attend church by live stream and doctors were also meeting virtually. The summer was not as exciting as other summers, My family and I stayed safe by spending most of our summer in our backyard or at the park. When dine in became available and safe we also did that. We also attended a outdoor party when it was safe to do so. This year for the most part, we tried to entertain ourselves within the walls of our own home. There were also very personal struggles that I endured this year. 

2020 was difficult but I also had a lot of blessings. I got a job that I did not interview for, this opportunity came out of no where. I welcome it, because it is a chance to grow and work with some very knowledgeable and driven individuals. I also started getting serious able my health goals this year. I celebrated my 16 year wedding anniversary before the pandemic hit. I also celebrated my daughter's 15th birthday in quarantine. We are getting the hang of virtual learning, my book is almost ready to be published, and the holidays were also a joy this year. Lastly, My family has been in good health and my spouse and I both have jobs. I am finding moments to be thankful regardless of the pandemic.

Have Hope This Year!

Even though we are not in control of the Corona Virus, we are in control of our thoughts and our self care. That same hope that we have that 2021 will be a better year, let's keep that hope alive. I don't have an unrealistic expectation of what should or will happen this year. I do believe that the pandemic will end, it just won't end on my time table or anyone else's. I choose to have hope, no matter what. I am responsible for my thoughts and my actions moving forwards. I have the tools to use to help me on my journey, it's up to me to apply them. Life is hard but I believe that I am resilient, and I can get through anything. This year I don't have a New Year's resolution, I just want to continue to be resilient through life's struggles. I wish you all the best for this year, may you be resilient no matter what this year brings. Wishing you good health and happiness.