Life can be challenging with the cost of everything so high. However, we should learn the art of adjusting and controlling only what we can control. One thing I know we all must do is eat, so why not start there?!
“People who are walking around as perfectionists are ultimately afraid that the world is going to see them for who they really are and [that] they won’t measure up.”
– Oprah Winfrey
Being a single mother, we are challenged with doing most of the work. Majority of the time we are on the grind to make a better life for ourselves and our children.
Your energy is chosen by the activities you participate in, the things you possess, the food you eat, the company you keep and your mindset. Being intentional with your energy is the most important thing you can do for your mental health and overall happiness.
Now, more than ever, we must understand what living a fulfilled life is and how we can have it for ourselves.
Our mind and body require rest; and if it doesn’t get it, our body has a way of forcefully doing it for us.
We have all been there, on autopilot, and going with the flow. But, there comes a time where we have to take control of our lives and make purposeful steps to be happy and secure.
The Doctor called my name and said “Hi Jasmine! I’m going to perform your Lasik procedure today. Are you ready?” I replied with confidence and quickly saying “Yes! Are you?!” He chuckled but I was nervous as crap and trembling a little while still thinking whether it was too late to get a refund or not.
In marriage, we must show up every day as ourselves and remain vulnerable to live a life that adds to each other.
Your healing is imperative for you to live authentically and intentionally. Address your wounds, then dress your wounds. Heal your heart, so you can start living with your heart.
In choosing a word for 2021, think of something you want to focus on within yourself for an entire year. Think of something you desire to give others.
When considering others in your word, you will ultimately feed yourself the same energy.
With puffy red eyes, I woke up early and meditated in silence with my eyes closed for a little relief. I could sense my calming blue candle that burned nearby for what felt like 4 hours. Well, it had only been about 30 minutes and a question popped into my head.
Self-compassion is extending kindness, love, and patience to ourselves despite the rough patches we go through in life.
