Do you go through cycles of great emotional swings that take you from elation to the depths of despair in short periods of time? Do you wonder why you can’t seem to keep things even-keeled and running smoothly? Do you wish you weren’t constantly moved by your circumstances whether good or bad?
When a woman wears a real diamond, she markedly changes her posture, her confidence, and the way she carries herself; an interesting observation that deserves a couple of laps around our brains…you know, for the sake of understanding something about ourselves. Why do you think a stone can make such a difference in our perceived self-worth and attitude?
Well, ladies, I’ve been loving my new apartment with a lake view. It has given me some true relaxing time staring out at the reflection that somehow always looks more interesting than the real thing. One thing I’ve been paying attention to is a group of ducks that lives by the lake. They are out swimming, flying, and playing every day. I’m thankful for the fact that I get on-the-spot epiphanies from nature’s performance quite often. This week was no exception.
Do people tell you all the time that you are confident? Does being the center of attention get you revved up for your day or week? And one last question: Do you know the difference between being confident in yourself and being vain? I’m not here to answer those questions; that you have to do all on your own. Sorry. What I am going to tell you is my perspective on the topic and how your understanding of yourself can catapult you to new heights in your life.
Do you ever just see yourself, your life, and your future as being a part of one big scene of camouflaged wilderness? You know…it all seems to blend in without uniqueness or boldness. I had an experience as I was looking out on the lake last night, and I valued it so much, I thought it worthy of posting. It’s extremely dark in the area where I live.
Moving ahead in life (crossing the street) is just another way of bringing clarity about who you are and understanding of “what” lies before you. Though there may be scary things or challenges to that move, it still is a part of life, the “real” life we are supposed to live.
“Perfectionism is not a quest for the best. It is a pursuit of the worst in ourselves, the part that tells us that nothing we do will ever be good enough – that we should try again.”
˜Julia Cameron
I’ve been thinking a lot about courage and confidence lately, so much so that it’s having a positive effect on me and the way I’m dealing with new situations. You know that I really do act on the things that I talk about here…don’t you?
Have you ever wondered what opportunities and relationships you’ve missed out on because you were too afraid to put yourself out there? This happens so often when our minds become overly occupied by our failures, disappointments, and even our negative thoughts about who we are and what our abilities are.
Our wonderfully made bodies and spirits are equipped with the best bells and whistles there are. We have the “guts” to get the glory. All we have to do is believe it and utilize the power in which we’ve been given.
Someone anonymously once said, “Confidence is the feeling we have before knowing all the facts.” This quote speaks a profound truth to me: You don’t have to be perfect and completely prepared before moving into something new.
First of all, when you create, you take a chance that other people won’t like your creation. You might get ridiculed for it, or even be hated. They might never speak to you again…or visit your blog.
One of the best things about having a women’s blog is that I get to meet some wonderful women along the way. Among those that I’ve had the opportunity to get to know better is Lather, Inc. owner, Emilie Davidson-Hoyt.
A friend forwarded the following warning about a scheme that criminals are using to gain access to their victims. Please read it and send the link to this article to every woman you know. It’s that important!
Now that we got that straight, let’s talk about the “A” word…no, not that “A” word, the other one… Aging.
For God’s sake, Girl, you have to get over it! I did.
