Think of Stress as Your Friend!

So, call me crazy, but I now look at stress, and being pushed passed my limits as a good thing.

Several weeks ago, I had one of those days at work where nothing seemed to be going my way. My pride took a hit when I needed a more tenured associate to help me with something I felt like I should have been able to handle on my own. It frustrated and angered me because, as I prepared to go out on vacation, and my co-workers, whom I have backed up numerous times, decided they didn't have time to back me up, but hey... the intern's available! And, then to top it off, I discovered the promotion I was expecting to receive in July, wasn't going to be happening any time soon.

Not.a.good.day.

In the past, I would have dragged my ass home, and drowned myself in junk food and wine, and been in a bad mood for days. Now.... it took less than 24 hours to get back to my old self. I came to terms with the fact that I couldn't control everything, and that that feeling of stress and frustration was only helping me become a more patient, compassionate, and understanding person. Once I started thinking this way, I've noticed that I've been so much happier than I've ever been in the past. 😁

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Happy April Fools' Day!

I'm not a very creative person, and have never come up with something truly funny to do to my friends, family, or any roommates I've had over the years. Maybe one day I'll be able to put some of the ideas below to good use. Until then... these are just amusing.

Embrace Being Uncomfortable

We’ve all heard it before, “ Life isn’t always comfortable.” Even if the change is a positive one, like eating healthier… it’s still not comfortable. I’m in the process of buying my first home, and while I’m so happy and excited, I’m also really nervous and scared. I would like to think I’m ready for the additional challenges and responsibilities of owning my own home. But, what if I’m not? Big life changes can be really nerve-racking! But, I’m finding familiarity with being uncomfortable. And, I actually take that to be a good thing. If we get too comfortable, there is no growth, and if there is no growth, then we are just slowly dying. So, this week, embrace being a little uncomfortable. It’s how you know you’re changing!

There is No Gain Without Struggle

We all struggle with something. In our moments of struggle, it's impossible to think that other people could possibly be feeling the same hurt, frustration, and loneliness we are. Remember you are not alone. Struggling is a part of being human. Without it, we would not appreciate the good things that we have. Today, recognize that without struggle, we are not driven to be better. You are better today, than you were yesterday. Just keep going! Keep taking steps every day to work towards your goals of personal development.

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