at the beginning of this month i started a 28-day programme with an amazing circle of women, and today is the last day.
it's been a tough month for me, but one i know i will emerge from stronger and wiser. the glimpse i have had into the possibilities and opportunities that lie before me remind me of the awesome power of the universe, and to remain grateful knowing, when i am ready, the paths will unfold before me.
in the meantime what i have learnt most this last month, through the programme, the blogs of the women whose lives i have been invited into, and through my own heartbreak... is this: i am so inspired by strong women, but i realise i have also been in the unhealthy business of comparing myself against them. and, as i read somewhere recently, comparison is a surefire way to kill happiness! because for a long time i used to wonder whether i was worthy. worthy of putting my feelings out there. worthy of participating in a world where i am (to be honest) sometimes a little intimidated. worthy of standing up and being counted... but i know now, we all have our place. we all have our own stories. and we all have our purpose.
so thank you, thank you to every single kind soul that has buoyed me along the way with your kind words and thoughts. because as this journey draws to a close, i know it's only the beginning. my voice is strong, my heart is full and open, and i am ready.
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It's true that comparison kills happiness. I've learned though the years that I shouldn't compare myself to others. I'm not them. They're not me. Before I learned this I always felt like I wasn't good enough. I still sometimes feel that way, but it's easier now to tell myself that I am good enough.
You are so strong! Good luck on your continuing journey. As the path unfolds before you the fog is cleared and you see the opportunities available. =)
You are incomparably worthy! It has been a great honor sharing this journey with you, and for lighting the way for all of us. Thank you :)
"my voice is strong, my heart is full and open, and i am ready."
What a powerful declaration! It makes me so excited to see what is going to happen next for you. Surely something amazing, something reflectign of the shining beautiful star you are in this world. It's a joy to hear your voice!
I know this has been a hard month for you - and I am so grateful that you have been able to be here and share your reality, honestly and bravely. You have brought a beauty here that is only found in the hard places, hard won beauty.
I have had trouble with comparisons too, especially on this blog journey. Once again you speak the truth with clarity and bravery, so thank you.
May every good thing, the ones you cannot even imagine, come to you and your family. Your voice is strong and your heart is ready and deserving for the light that is coming!
Lisa
Thank you for your beautiful post. This touches my own heart and speaks so clearly.
Your blog looks gorgeous, by the way.
We all have voices and stories, it's true. I have loved yours.
Thank you.
You are, without doubt, worthy so let your light shine brightly for all to see.
love, light and peace,
serena
Oh, you are so worthy and yes, it is just the beginning and what a beginning it is! I feel blessed to have shared this journey with you Pen. Thank you! Blessings to you, Nicole x
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Thank you Pen for being a great fellow blogger, I shall keep in touch no doubt you will be doing the January group (I hope). I will be checking your artists way blog.
soon blessed be...
What a a great beginning. Imagine all that is waiting for you to discover with your open and full heart. Thank you, Sister for being part of this journey.
You sound so ready. Your thoughts and feelings feel so right. I believe it is so important to be who we are. One is strong, the other compassionate, the other feeling, the other lively, the other fierce, the other sizzling, the other bright, the other healing and it goes on. We all have what we have and we should be it and nothing else. I applaud your readiness and celebrate who you are!
Thank you for sharing so much of yourself this month!! It hasn't been easy, at times, & you've hung in there!
You have such gifts of love & strength, beauty & clarity! Keep that light a-shine!
Gorgeous post Pen, and as you know, so close to my heart. You're SO right (as you always are) that comparison is a surefire way to kill happiness. I am trying (oh, how I'm trying!) to learn that, and accept that. What's so wonderful about this blog world, is hearing that from the very women I pale in comparison to (like YOU). It allows me to feel that we all have those insecurities, that we all struggle, no matter how amazing we are. Thank you for all that you do, for all that you are, for all that you mean to me. xoxox
you are divine. i added you to my "Bliss" on my blog :)
warmly,
gem
Will you be continuing in this blog? Or do you have another main blog? I would like to keep in touch :)
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