Today I allowed my mind wander back to the time when I was a bit materialistic. I believe firmly in everything having purpose, even this event. All that is apparent at this point in time is frustration. LOL. I know better than to allow myself to think as mentioned above. Perhaps the important purpose at the moment is the reminder.
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I little white lie taken out of context can be likened to murder.
A realization of Self growth came with the day today.
And with it came true appreciation.
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What about when we lie to ourselves? I know I do sometimes, I just don't think at first it is a lie. I think, well, for instance, maybe I think I am good at something, and next thing you know, I am saying, I am actually not good at this (I aint gonna lie), LOL Or we say, "to be honest" well, why wasn't we honest to begin with? But I am finding that I lie to myself sometimes, and it haunts me at night when about to go to sleep. Perhaps its not a true lie though, maybe we just like to believe things or visualize in order to make the lie a reality. hmmmm???
Visualizing as to bring things into reality. I like that.
Perhaps it's all in how and why we visualize.
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There are certainly times when 'solitude' shifts into 'loneliness'. The task then becomes shifting it back to solitude.
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I have a healthy relationship with solitude, but I fully understand the occasional shifts to loneliness. During the past three years, I have hit a few (unrelated) lonely patches. The return shift to solitude can be challenging, but one always feels stronger once that is accomplished. Perhaps the task then becomes maintaining a healthy solitude---and reaching out to compatible spirits.
"And Reaching Out."
My dear friend you have me in tears with that truth.
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Tears are tangible signs of true emotion, so there is no need to dry them. They represent a full range of emotions---from joy to sorrow to nostalgia to experiencing simple pleasures. Keep your hand extended, for many here are willing to reach out and grab it---as you know better than I do.
I have little tollerance for inconsiderate people in department stores during the holidays. It's true. I don't hesitate to let them know how I feel about their inconsiderate behavior.
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Hehehe. Good question Anjou. My experience has been more with the shoppers. But I've desided this year I would go out (if I need to) when the shoppers should be fewer in number as to avoid the frustration all together. And should it arise, do my best to remember 'balance'.
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The earlier in the day the better is my experience honey!
I enjoy shopping most when it is done electronically (online). There are many items, though, where one must truly look at (or touch) an item in person (groceries, much clothing, some books or art, etc.). For those, I always go as early as possible. The potential for public rudeness is always lessened.
I have family that I just don't care for.
What you allow, is what will continue
John, I can understand that sweets, and even though 'we', us MW members are not blood-related to you .... I like to think and believe we are family!
In Loving Memory.
Lion Spirit Walker / September 17, 1963 - Dec 30, 2014.
... All with Purpose ...
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