Most people have a really warped view of the way things actually work. For example: – Most people think that successful people don’t fail. So if you fail, that means you’ve fucked up. It’s over, and you should quit. – Most people think that people who have what they want are geniuses, and everything is simple and straightforward for geniuses. So if something you’re doing is really hard and giving you a ton of trouble, that means you’ve fucked up. It’s over, and you should quit.And because my amazing massage therapist and I were talking last time I was there (she really puts the therapist in massage) and she said this:
You like to be up here (hovering her hand close-ish to her head) all full of love and light and joy–and that’s great, but your power comes from acknowledging and accepting your dark side.And these two instances came together with my revelation and ‘what I know for sure’–that it’s not about leadership or authority; it’s about being authentic and open–to smack me on the head:
“Keep beating those wings.” Love that! New mantra, thank you
This is exactly what I needed to hear. I thought I was the only one that felt this way.
I know this sounds bad but I think people are in unity with this feeling and this is at the point where we all wake up and realize something’s just not quite right.
My insight from this is to get my head out of the ground and get involved. If I’m in a position to help someone I try my best. Even if I do just one little thing I know it has a ripple effect.
We are worthy human beings and our distinction is that we are unique from anyone else. We have to own it now. If we change just one little thing through understanding we have accomplished something wonderful.
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Beautiful authenticity- love the visual of the butterfly. Hope you are having a better day!
True enough. And this is the fourth blog to hit my e-mail on the same note. There is a group pressure this week for sure. People are melting down, all with the same complaints of depression and powerlessness. Maybe it is our cocoon. Keep beating those wings.