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Being a visionary, when 2017 commenced I decided to create a vision board for things and attributes I'd want to achieve in the year, similar to what I'd done with other years. One of these attributes being to remain true to oneself in all avenues of life.
With the existing belief that I had always done my best to remain true to myself , I was mislead into thinking this would be as easily attainable. Isn't it funny how when one makes a plan to set a foot forward the universe somehow creates gravity against that movement?
I recently found myself in an acquaintanceship where it's activities didn't quite gel with who I am, what I believe in, what I stand for and what I am looking for, but for some reason I found myself lingering in it longer than what I believe I should have. I knew that I know better but found myself baffled as to why I was even debating whether to linger longer or not. Maybe I was awaiting some stamp of approval? Something to validate or right what was not?
We might not realize it but at times we allow ourselves to stay in situations which harm and take from us but choose to remain in these situations because what will people say, how will they look at me? If I stand up and audibly voice my stand point I might not get that stamp of approval, I might be less popular or it might take from my demeanor...
But...
With this picture which happens to be identical to the one on my vision board, I knew I had to gather the courage to reclaim my truth, because truth be told, I knew I was lying to myself. I knew the acquaintanceship had to come to an end sooner or later, I knew it didn't add the value I needed.
Finding myself in this rather conflicting and confusing situation, I decided to take my courageous leap, I say courageous because it isn't always easy putting yourself and your needs first, you first become crowded by feelings and thoughts of "they will think I am selfish, demanding, unhappy etc." but I decided to listen to my heart, I decided to follow my intuition, I decided to stand for what I truly believe in and what I felt I needed. It wasn't easy but the choice to choose truth and authenticity is ever so liberating.
Love yourself enough to stay true to yourself, Invest in yourself enough to know what you deserve and what you don't, Commit to yourself , needs and beliefs and ascertain whether where you are is where you should or shouldn't be, lastly Discover your worth and potential and live on to embrace it... Doubt your doubts before you doubt your worth and potential.
-I am Pam, the Nubian Goddess, an Africa Woman of Substance-
I recently found myself in an acquaintanceship where it's activities didn't quite gel with who I am, what I believe in, what I stand for and what I am looking for, but for some reason I found myself lingering in it longer than what I believe I should have. I knew that I know better but found myself baffled as to why I was even debating whether to linger longer or not. Maybe I was awaiting some stamp of approval? Something to validate or right what was not?
We might not realize it but at times we allow ourselves to stay in situations which harm and take from us but choose to remain in these situations because what will people say, how will they look at me? If I stand up and audibly voice my stand point I might not get that stamp of approval, I might be less popular or it might take from my demeanor...
But...
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| BE TRUE & STAY TRUE |
With this picture which happens to be identical to the one on my vision board, I knew I had to gather the courage to reclaim my truth, because truth be told, I knew I was lying to myself. I knew the acquaintanceship had to come to an end sooner or later, I knew it didn't add the value I needed.
Finding myself in this rather conflicting and confusing situation, I decided to take my courageous leap, I say courageous because it isn't always easy putting yourself and your needs first, you first become crowded by feelings and thoughts of "they will think I am selfish, demanding, unhappy etc." but I decided to listen to my heart, I decided to follow my intuition, I decided to stand for what I truly believe in and what I felt I needed. It wasn't easy but the choice to choose truth and authenticity is ever so liberating.
Love yourself enough to stay true to yourself, Invest in yourself enough to know what you deserve and what you don't, Commit to yourself , needs and beliefs and ascertain whether where you are is where you should or shouldn't be, lastly Discover your worth and potential and live on to embrace it... Doubt your doubts before you doubt your worth and potential.
-I am Pam, the Nubian Goddess, an Africa Woman of Substance-
"Doubt your doubts before you doubt your worth and potential." Enough said.
ReplyDeleteIf you invest in yourself and let someone else demean that, that becomes a wasted investment. #word
Yep so you constantly need to add and have people that will add onto what is there as well
ReplyDeleteThanks for sharing Pam,it's always refreshing seeing things from a fresh perspective. My vision board has helped me stay true to my dreams ,I love the idea of clarity and being reminded of what it is I set out for at the beginning of the year is beautiful. It helps me stay on track
ReplyDeletevery true, too often we tend to hold onto things or people that would not be bothered with letting us go. The signs are always there, but we choose to ignore them. Unfortunately Life is better lived if you have no expectations of others at all.
ReplyDeleteDoubt your doubts before you doubt your worth and potential.
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Nice words Pami #Truetoyourself...we need these kinds of reminders. Keep it up!
ReplyDeletePowerful statement from a powerful mind. Always remember never to compromise your principles. Friendships and acquaintances are not worth it if they go against your beliefs. At all times hold onto your peace and maintain the serenity all around you as you go through the noise in the world. There are different kinds of noises but choose the noise that calm your inner being. Speak your truth quietly and calmly and never compromise your standards. Don't exist to please if pleasing lowers your morality and be mindful that you cannot please all people at all times. Principles once compromised are hard to retrieve. Remember there is no shop that sells honour and dignity. Just live your life as you should. You live once but if the once is well lived it's enough! You may not need to come this way again. Don't forget to tag kindness along as you tread down the journey of life. Be content with who you are, do not feel less important and above all...don't compare yourself with others since there shall always be greater and smaller people. Life is for living and not moping. Always give THANKS in everything....BOTH BIG AND SMALL....Lots of love....Mom
ReplyDeleteBeautiful. Always follow your truth. even if they tell you it's a lie.
ReplyDeleteWell said!
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