“I want to tell you not to get lost in the petty things”- okay actually you know I just couldn’t resist finishing that with a Taylor Swift lyric but, girl you did do a really good job not getting lost in the petty things. I’m writing to you because I wanted to thank you for doing all the heavy lifting. I know it wasn’t easy-it…read more
Crystal – I love your growth. I once had a job where these co-worker tried to get me to do all their work, and I said no. Because if I did their work, I wouldn’t have time to do my own work well, and build my own career. Then, someone new came in the department and they ask her to do the same. And she wanted them to like her – so she did it.…read more
Hi Lauren! Thank you so much for sharing your story with me. Boundaries and saying no are something I am always working towards. It gets easier and easier every time I set them. Always a work in progress!
Embracing the feeling of being lost and appreciating the journey is a lesson I am still learning, and your words serve as a reminder to keep going. Taking responsibility for regulating your emotions, making yourself a priority, and surrounding yourself with people who love and support you for who you are will most definitely transform your life.
I think that is a lesson were all continuing to learn. Even when you are in a good stretch of embracing the journey there seems to be a hiccup that gets you to doubt yourself. Realizing that its a journey is key. You go through ups and downs. You take steps forward and steps back. But the best thing is that once you’ve started learning it’s easier…read more
You’re absolutely right, embracing the journey of life involves recognizing that there will be ups and downs, challenges and moments of doubt. It’s in those difficult times that we have the opportunity to grow and learn more about ourselves. Taking responsibility for our own lives is indeed key. While we may have had experiences and circumstances…read more