I know it’s been a long time since I’ve been here to my secondary blog. Please visit my main blog and check out today’s Stream of Consciousness Post:
What’s on YOUR Mirror?
I used to put notes to myself on my mirror like “You’re beautiful,” and “You’re worth it!” Sticky notes are easier to remove than lipstick. But lipstick makes a statement.
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Internalized Capitalism or Workaholism?
This was me during most of my 30 year career. It took a big toll on my health and family. In the last decade of my career, I often found myself saying, “I’m not going to let this job kill me.” It’s ironic that I worked as a counselor in the mental health field. The problem was that producing billable hours became the priority. Now, I’m thankful my life is different. There are still remnants of the internalized capitalism, but I’m learning to take care of me and enjoy my time. I’ve earned it. < that’s probably one of those remnants.
I am thankful for the lessons learned, like leaning on God, and the people who made it bearable.
A Letter to My Past Self About Reasons to Keep Living
The link below leads to my other blog, “Anything is Possible.”
I wish you a wonderful new year full of blessings!
A Letter to My Past Self About Reasons to Keep Living | Anything is Possible! (wordpress.com)
Making Peace with the Past
There are things in my past that I embrace. The words and picture below, gifted via Facebook, help me love and appreciate those parts of my past that still need forgiving.
Let’s make peace with the past and move forward with love and courage.
JoAnne
A Little Something About Self-Care
“True self-care is not salt baths and chocolate cake, it is making the choice to build a life you don’t need to regularly escape from.” Harlon wisely shares self care wisdom from Brianna Wiest
This article was circulated at a recent group Psychotherapy session I attended. It got my attention as it resonated with me. So here I am bringing it to your attention; just for fun and to see if it might stir up some resonance for you.
This Is What ‘Self-Care’ REALLY Means, Because It’s Not All Salt Baths and Chocolate Cake
By Brianna Wiest https://thoughtcatalog.com/?p=797404
Self-care is often a very unbeautiful thing.
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Releasing and Manifesting
“I hereby release myself from any conscious or subconscious contract I have made with another, that gave them power over my sense of self. I release myself from their power over how I perceive my body, mind, truths, goals and creativity. I accept myself in divine love and release all external projections draining me and distorting my self-image. So be it.” Repeat as needed.
Personal Bill Of Rights
Enjoy the Gifts of Now
I found this poem on Facebook.
I am no longer waiting for a special occasion; I burn the best candles on ordinary days.
I am no longer waiting for the house to be clean; I fill it with people who understand that even dust is Sacred.
I am no longer waiting for everyone to understand me; It’s just not their task
I am no longer waiting for the perfect children; my children have their own names that burn as brightly as any star.
I am no longer waiting for the other shoe to drop; It already did, and I survived.
I am no longer waiting for the time to be right; the time is always now.
I am no longer waiting for the mate who will complete me; I am grateful to be so warmly, tenderly held.
I am no longer waiting for a quiet moment; my heart can be stilled whenever it is called.
I am no longer waiting for the world to be at peace; I unclench my grasp and breathe peace in and out.
I am no longer waiting to do something great; being awake to carry my grain of sand is enough.
I am no longer waiting to be recognized; I know that I dance in a holy circle.
I am no longer waiting for Forgiveness.
I believe, I Believe.
~ Mary Anne Perrone
The line about being grateful to be so warmly and tenderly held leads me to recall the times when I was lonely and not held warmly and tenderly. It helped to imagine God’s loving arms around me, holding me tenderly. Also, the unconditional love of dogs went a long way.
One-Liner Wednesday: When It’s Time for Boundaries
From my other blog…..
“No, it’s time we set some boundaries.”
I’ve always wanted to rewrite the ending to The Giving Tree, on behalf of the tree and for myself. It’s okay to give. Sometimes, it’s okay to sacrifice. But allowing others to damage us for the sake of their comfort or convenience is unhealthy. In a healthy relationship, no one should be expected to give to the point of long term damage. It’s okay to set boundaries and take care of ourselves physically, mentally, and spiritually.
(I have forgotten where I found this cartoon, so feel free to let me know.)
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One-Liner Wednesday is brought to us by Linda Hill.
For more one-liners and guidelines, visit:
https://lindaghill.com/2020/07/08/one-liner-wednesday-july-8th-that-feeling-when/
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