I’ve always just assumed that because I was born into this body, or this being, that I would know thyself well, better than any other. Maybe it’s that "thirty-something" wisdom kicking in, or maybe a result of honest and open dialogue with one of my best friends, but recently I’ve had some moments of what we like to call "self discovery". These are the moments when you remove the wool from your own eyes, put your big girl panties on and have a down right honest conversation with yourself, and move on. Sometimes the conversations are deep and meaningful, some are simple and silly, but they are always the truth! I encourage you all to take 5 minutes and have a moment of "self discovery". Let’s get to know OURSELVES better. Whether it emotionally, physically, sexually or financially, it’s time to have an intimate moment with YOU. These moments have allowed me to put to bed some of the things that have been invading my time, thoughts and productivity. Whether I’ve written it down, talked to myself in the shower or car, or just had one of those moments when I’m smiling and no one knows why, I’ve discovered something and moved on. I encourage you to share what you’ve discovered about your self or life in general. We are all family. Feel free to be anonymous, but please "LET IT OUT". I’ll go first. This is what I’ve discovered most recently:
1) I had no idea that I had lost my self esteem until I started to regain it. It feels AMAZING to love myself enough to say "I’m gonna take care of me" ….and really mean it this time.
2) I will never have a close relationship with my in laws despite my efforts. I will love and respect them from afar. It’s their loss if they do not want to allow my husband and I into their tiny little world.
3) Just because another man seems to embody everything that you want, it’s important to know that wants often change but needs are much more consistent. If he gives you what you need, then hold on to him!
4) My support system is AMAZING! I need to make more of an effort to reciprocate that love and support to others.
I can’t wait to read what you’ve discovered recently!
Happy "self discovery" Friday,
Clutch
Friday, July 31, 2009
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ReplyDeleteLife comes to me in the moment of discovering I will be 40 years old in two days. Here I am wondering if this is the life I planned for myself now. The tears fall my life is THIS....is THIS bad or good....depends on how you look at it... Right now I could be a part of the Burr Oak scandal like some of my high school/elementary friends or I could be Here.
I'm 40 and well yes I'm one bad motor scooter. Do I believe this or is this a smoke signal? Then I realized I do think I'm fine, of course my muffin top says I could stand to lose a couple pounds....but I love me.
Finacally I'm stuggling but hell, I'm working hard and going to school to make a major change in my position. So right now is a laughing matter, and I appreciate the free and simple things in life.
Love, is crazy and man I've seen all of it. I've been married, divorced, single, shacking and for the most part riding the wave of love. I've watched my parents,siblings and friends, and no one seems to have the patent on the Love thing, but one thing I do know is the old saying when it's enough you'll know and let go.
One part of my life that looks like I've gotten right is my wonderful 13 year old son. Yes honor roll all of his life. He graduates from elementary school and I've exposed him to the arts, traveling, and made sure he finds reading fun. I know that some other parts of my life leave question but with him I'm confident that I'm doing right.
Clutch, this was spoken honest and openly. Self discovery can be a beautiful thing! Lets hope from your words that we all take a good look at ourselves this weekend and embrace who we are and what we have to offer to ourselves and the world around us.
ReplyDeleteYes Clutch I agree with Chanel. This is beautiful, honest, Real Talk, Real Life from a Real Woman!! Thank you for sharing and giving us all something to think about!
ReplyDeleteOne of your goals is to better show appreciation to your support system...my self discovery is that I let my support system take advantage of me...ALOT! I was raised to be a "nice" person and to help others whenever I can. But as of late it seems like my friendships involve me doing more giving than taking. So the challange at almost 50 years old is to try to tell my friends what I need from them and make sure they are there for me when I need them to be. Great post---actually, this is a GREAT blog!!
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