Now I know some of you dislike the Bruno Mars song "Just the Way you Are" which that is the link for up there, and yes I know it's overplayed, but I don't even care! I've totally jumped on the bandwagon, because I think we need more music like this- music that is nothing but positive and encouraging. And I know when you're having a bad day this is the last thing you want to hear- music that's too happy- Natasha Beddingfield's Pocket full of sunshine comes to mind for me- but I'm going to take what I can get right now, as should everyone else. We could use a little more self love (not selfishness mind you) these days.
So.. in keeping with the happiness and self love theme- I took a huge leap of faith on Saturday. I did something somewhat unexpected, which I have been known to do in the past. I think most may have thought I'd outgrown my impulsive phase, but alas it lives on! Anyway, I'm not exactly in the position at the moment to define what exactly it is I did, but it will reveal itself in the upcoming weeks I'm sure. And let me tell you, I feel so free. Ok ok ok, let me start at the beginning here.
For many months I have been struggling to be happy without trying. Like waking up and in order to get through the day, I would force myself to be happy. I knew this was happening but I couldn't admit it wasn't right- well I admitted it to everyone but myself actually, and granted there were many things that contributed to this, but with the help of my closest friends and family, I was finally able to come to terms with the truth, and what was actually best for me.
Anyway long story short, I took the leap. And the second, literally the second I did, I felt like I was floating. I was so uncontrollably elated without trying, that I immediately knew I had done the right thing. And the truth is I don't know what to expect, but I am hoping for the best. I am prepared that hard times may be ahead, but I truly think I am exactly where I am supposed to be, and this is exactly what is supposed to be happening, and though that is hard to trust, I trust it.
So my friends.. Love yourself. That is pretty much all I have to say. That and, you should watch this 4 minute interview and performance that was on the Ellen Show today. It made me happy. I want to do for women what this gal is doing- inspiring others by sharing her experiences in finding strength and happiness and self-love. And it doesn't hurt that she's actually quite talented as well. You go girl!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4JUX9f7yn2A
much love to all!
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Thank you for the uplifting post Lady! Your positive perspective on life never ceases to amaze me. I love that you added the Ellen video at the end. Really good stuff.
ReplyDeleteMuch Love.