I recently had a life and body-altering operation. In fact, six months ago today. And I was left feeling very confused and disorientated. After all, I am 39 years old. It is a long time to have been in this body. I learned first hand that what our minds and our souls do, is block the difference. We do not acknowledge the mirror, we carry on as though our head is the only part of our body that still exists.
This is obviously not healthy, and definitely not the way to heal. But I think in today's world where we are encouraged to fit in, conform, and be the same as all the others around us, it is instinctive to want to protect ourselves. To camouflage our weaknesses and short-comings, and to deny that there is anything lacking at all.
However, this is not sustainable. Nobody can flourish or grow in an environment within our hearts that labels us as ugly, imperfect, unworthy. You need to take the time to wallow. It's part of the process. But then.... it's time to stop the pity party, strip the restraints, and take the bull by the horns.
Look into that mirror. Examine yourself from every angle. Know exactly what it is you are dealing with. In all aspects of your life. And then, do something about it. Take action. Move forward. Never stop improving, working, loving.
And above all, always, be kind to yourself.
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