A description of an adult woman's ending of her suffering, her learning to be a blessing to herself and to love herself. The blog starts with her comments on wearing braces as an adult woman in 2010.
Mantis Mood
Sometimes, we walk paths knowing the outcome seems set in stone — like the mantis, facing the inevitable, no matter how many 'distractions' we sip along the way. Yet, even in moments where escape feels impossible, we can still pause, breathe, and choose how we meet what's ahead.
Not every fate is ours to keep. 🛤️✨⠀
Some days, I wish I was a teddy bear
When life attacks in bunches...
When life attacks in bunches, even at year's end, it’s a reminder to find moments of pause and play. You’ve given so much this year. Now, make room to receive some peace, too.
ONE Nerve!
When your last nerve gets stepped on, it is a sign that you need a little extra TLC.
Let us not just focus on the nerves people get on but on how we refill our emotional reserves.
Deep breaths, a good laugh, and self-kindness go a long way!
I am now so mad!
“I am now so angry, I can breastfeed a crocodile!” ⠀
#socialworkers also get mad. When you are so mad, even nature’s food chain needs to watch out! 🐊🍼, what do you do to manage your anger?⠀
The Anxiety of "Busy"
🌀 "I’m so busy!" 🌀 It's a phrase we, as social workers, hear and say a lot, often as a badge of honour... or maybe a way to cope with feeling overwhelmed. But did you know the roots of "busy" include meanings like "diligent," "careful," and even "active"? Yet, another meaning hints at anxiety - a feeling many of us know all too well.
What if we shifted our "I am" statements away from just being busy? Imagine affirming: "I am diligent." "I am focused." "I am careful with my time." These words honour our effort without feeding into the overwhelm. 🧘♀️⠀
Next time you find yourself saying, "I’m so busy!" - pause, breathe, and reframe. Your energy and care deserve recognition, not anxiety. ✨⠀
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My Salary is a Joke
"Getting what we don’t want helps us clarify what we do want and motivates us to move in that direction."
- Cohen, Alan. Spirit Means Business (p. 42). Hay House. Kindle Edition.
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My Own Money!
"we cannot afford to give our power away at the expense of our own inner guidance."
No one notices your hard work until you're successful.
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Blue Bird of Happiness
Ever wake up on the wrong side of the nest? This bluebird gets it! 😆🐦
Dear Salary,
Many different economies coexist simultaneously as parallel realities.
Cohen, Alan. Spirit Means Business (p. 47). Hay House. Kindle Edition.
AI making excuses...
So, I asked ChatGPT for some excuses I may use in future and here it is:
Money Flashbacks
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MY JOB
"While your job and the money you handle are ostensibly about your vocational journey, they are more fundamentally about the journey of your soul."
Cohen, Alan. Spirit Means Business. Hay House. Kindle Edition.
The beat of my own heart
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I HATE RUNNING!
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Ever have one of those days where you just want to run away from it all? 🏃♂️💨
Then you remember... you hate running! 😆
Life can be overwhelming sometimes, and it is okay to take a step back, breathe, and find a moment of peace. Let us laugh at the idea of running away (literally!) and remember that facing challenges with a smile can make all the difference. 🌈✨
Here’s to finding joy in the little things and embracing the journey, one step at a time. 🚀💫