​The Secret of Life is to Dare

As we find ourselves midway through the year, it's indeed a good time for introspection and renewal. I opened to a list I'd recorded in my journal many years ago. May you find it insightful.

The adventure of life is to learn
Set aside some quiet moments and consider your journey so far this year. What have you learned?

The purpose of life is to grow
In what ways do you desire to grow? In what ways have you grown?

The nature of life is to change
Embrace change as you notice change is the nature of life. Consider areas where you might be resisting change and explore ways to adapt and flow.

The challenge of life is to overcome
You didn't get this far without facing challenge. Acknowledge your inner strength and how far you've come.

The essence of life is to care
Practice self-compassion for yourself and others.

The opportunity of life is to serve
Serve through simple acts of daily kindness or perhaps through volunteering w/in your community.

The greatest joy of life is to love
Make a list of all you are grateful for, big and small, and count your blessings.

The secret of life is to dare
Is there something or someone holding you back?  

"You are offered a new opportunity with each breath to think, decide, choose and act differently – in a way that supports you in being all that you are capable of being. You are not less than. You are more than enough." ~ Brittany Josephina

Imagine a string tethered to you. You can't see it because it's been there for so long. The string acts like a weight of fear, doubt, what-ifs, and limiting beliefs. Now imagine taking a pair of scissors and cutting the string, releasing all the things that weigh you down and keep you feeling stuck. From this place, you are free to feel the goodness that you are.

Your creative expression is a gift to the world and a powerful way to process your emotions. Perhaps you are inspired to set intentions for the remainder of the year – rather than goals, consider setting intentions.

I invite you to remember that you're more than enough as you navigate life's challenges.