It has been several months since I was able to sit down and truly express how life has evolved. You see, after all the personal and professional trials over what seemed like a very long time, something snuck in just as I was on my last wind of hope... LIGHT.
The last month has been consumed with a part of me that I hadn't used in a while, my brain! lol I was offered a new position which embodies everything that sets my soul on fire! Collaboration, building community, service to others, events, and doing my part to make a small but subtle change in the town I grew up in... I'm honestly in awe of how things have transpired and how feeling useful again has done wonders for my heart and mind. I wake up everyday with purpose and an agenda that aims to take over the world. I have been able to shift my once negative mindset to a positive one simply by allowing myself to feel one main emotion, gratitude.
Now, this isn't a blog post to brag or to make anything seem easy... BELIEVE ME, it was definitely not easy. For over 6 years I struggled with figuring out exactly what my passion was and finding a role that would jump start my career. It is all supposed to come easy after college right? WRONG! Even with a Master's Degree, there were very long periods of unemployment, job after job of wrong fits, and a ton of misguided approaches that left me feeling so exhausted. This time last year, I was working as a waitress and feeling very sad about the anticipation of my restaurant closing in a couple months. Mostly, I felt so scared about the future and what it held for me. I think a part of me really felt like I was never going to be able to figure out this puzzle and maybe it was easier to just get another serving job to hold me over. I thank god that things happened the way they did... every door that slammed in my face brought me closer to the position I am in now.
I am here to say, regardless of how hard it is, how many attempts you try, or mistakes you make along the way, KEEP MOVING! It is so easy to get discouraged and feel unworthy of living your dream, don't let anyone (including yourself) make you feel like settling is an option. Remember that short term situations are bringing you closer to long term goals, but you have to work for them and not get complacent in the now (I was guilty of this on many occasions). Anyone who has a desire for more is capable of achieving anything they are willing to work for.
I can honestly say that I am a stronger person and very humbled by my experience. Over the last month I've had so many "a-ha" moments that have woken up my spirit. I can without a doubt say life is more beautiful where the light is... I am so very excited for all the future has in store for me and for everyone I love.
For all of you working, struggling, and giving your all, I see you and I'm with you!
XOXO-M
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