I walked into our last meeting without a smile on my face and a TON of weight on my shoulders. Up to that point, the day was going bad, and didn't seem like it was going to get much better. Leaving the meeting, I felt as light as a feather. Relieved, happy. There is just something about this group of individuals that always puts a smile on my face, no matter what. I was so thankful for our last meeting. We were able to just chill, let loose, and just talk about our video project (which is looking good so far!) and what was going on in our lives. And that's EXACTLY what I needed.
I believe that Joe is a mind reader.... Every time he gives us an article, or two, to read and blog about, the topics are BEYOND perfect. This week, we were given two different articles to read that gave us ways and guidance as to how we should go about living our lives.
The first article, "18 Truths to Start Telling Yourself," was a good reminder of how simple and easy it actually is to enjoy and be happy with your life. I've realized that a lot people make it so much harder for themselves to live their life the way they want to, when all they have to do is accept the past, live in the present, and believe in the future. We create too many road blocks and distractions that keep us from living our lives to the fullest. There were several truths in this article that resonated with my own personal experiences.
Number 3, "Everything, good of bad, is a life lesson," definitely puts it into perspective that everything in your life happens for a reason and sometimes we just have to accept it and move forward. I have learned that there is no such thing as failing in life. It's simply a mistake that was made, big or small, t that you have to learn and grow from.
I have always valued the truth stated in number 7, "The little things are often the big things." It's all about the minor details and events in every single day that are the most important. Even though it's difficult with busy agendas and schedule conflicts, I try my best to see and keep in contact with those that matter the most to me. After unexpectedly losing an amazing friend due to a drunk driving accident, I make sure not to take things for granted, but to greatly appreciate and enjoy each and every moment of my life. I believe that this is crucial in living a meaningful life, and keeping strong relationships. Who knows, these people or moments might not be there anymore in a couple of years.
"Happiness depends more on the inward disposition
of mind than on the outward circumstances."
-Benjamin Franklin
I have been told many times that I come off as a really happy person, and that's because I am. I chose to be. I have chosen to accept and look beyond the imperfections in my life. Number 16 is a great truth that sort of ties these first two together, "Happiness is a choice that comes from within." Some people believe that after something has happened, that's how it is always going to be, forever. This is a completely wrong state of mind to be in. You have choices. You must choose whether or not you want to accept the fact that things happen or a reason, or if you want to appreciate the littlest things that exist in your life. You are able to choose what you want to, or don't want to, do with your life. I loved this one part in the article under this truth.. it wrote, " Begin today by taking responsibility for your own happiness. The choice is yours."
The second article, "15 Ways to Live, and Not Merely Exist," was very similar to the first article, but still very different. There were definitely many points that stood out and resonated with me. It's funny, because I KNOW all of these ways and truths to living a good life... but somehow, they always seem to slip my mind, leaving me in a hole that I constantly find myself trying to get out of. It's because I have such a busy schedule. My mind is occupied with all of the things going on around me that I forget to just stop, breathe, and think about my life. I'm decided to make and put up post its/signs/photos around my room to remind me everyday of these things. This way, I will never forget who I really am and what my purpose is.
"If you see a difference between where you are and where you want to be - consciously change your thoughts, words, and actions to match your grandest vision."
-Neal Donald Walsch
This LEAD program has become so much more than what I expected. Not only did we get lucky with an amazing group of leaders, but we also got lucky with being able to work with Joe. This experience definitely wouldn't have been the same without him. From this program, I have learned so much about the type of leader that I am, and have been able to gain the confidence to grow into so much more.
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