Here's Your Change

"If you don't like something, change it. If you can't change it, change your attitude." ~Maya Angelou~

Good evening dear ones. How often do you get angry about something that is out of your control? I try not to do it myself, but sometimes whatever happens hits me at just the wrong moment. I've done my fair share of yelling, griping, and crying when these things come up, however, it usually doesn't take me long to remember that none of that will do me any good. At least, not any more.

I have spent many years holding grudges or being upset about things I couldn't change or wouldn't change. It took me a long time to realize that the only one suffering from this was me. I spent several years in a dark place, thinking I had no way out. I talked down to myself, looked in the mirror and scowled at the reflection I saw, and cried myself to sleep more often then I'd care to admit. I would constantly ask the Universe 'What is wrong with me!?', or I would blame my situation on what happened in my past.

I couldn't tell you exactly when the switch was flipped, but I slowly began to change. I began reading books on self-help and Buddhism, many of which mention that you must start from within. When I started looking inward, I discovered there was much work to do. I was numb to life and I wasn't sure I'd ever feel again. However, I was determined to dig my way out of the hole I put myself in and I started building a foundation of strength and self-love. I found that I hadn't lost my spark for life, and after fanning the small ember it has become a roaring fire. My heart is full of love, and I am the happiest I have ever been. I may still get upset at things now and again, but I don't think I am as quick to fly off the handle as I used to be.

My loves I know how hard it can be to change, but sometimes it is for the best. Staying the same can be the worst thing you can do for yourself. The only real constant in life is change. Be good to yourselves and each other. Be Kind, Be Peace, and Be Love. Yesterday is past and tomorrow isn't promised. Live and Love for today. - Live - Laugh - Love - Namaste