I'm back! The past few weeks (and months) have been trying.... I try to prepare for as much as I can so when the "unexpected " happens I am less burdened with the small things.
Growing older has taught me so much. Life can happen fast and sometimes you forget to cherish the simple things...Unfortunately it takes life's messy times to make you realize just that. I'm also learning that it is important to be able to lean on someone when you are weak or when life hits a rough patch. I like to think I'm "strong like bull" but the truth is I'm not. I'm only human.***
Enough about the past few weeks. I am ready to get back to normal.... & I've missed you - let's get into today's post.......
Throughout the past several years my priorities have shifted and my focus has been on improving myself. Since the start of 2014, I've done great deal of self reflecting. I want to share this post with you because I strongly believe everyone can benefit from learning and growing.
I'm a huge believer of self improvement and personal growth. Unlike other things we may spend time on or invest money in, we will never go wrong when we invest in ourselves. Education is key, whether it's taking a class or course, doing some reading on our own to gain new knowledge, taking the time to work hands-on or practice (such as cooking, baking, a particular hobby, getting a new business off the ground), our lives will be so much richer for it!
Don't miss out on opportunities to work on yourself, even when it's painful, uncomfortable or time consuming.
Maybe you wish to expand your vocabulary?
Sign up for the word of the day with dictionary.com.
Is your goal to get in better shape?
Start a daily commitment of 30 mins. of exercise. Once you find success with this level, add in other activities or increase the length of your workouts. Always strive for better.
Do you want to improve on your feminine image?
Read books, magazines or blog posts with some guidelines. Spend a few hours on the weekend going through your closet, donating what no longer works, keeping the items of the best quality and condition that best flatter your figure. Take and make time for you.
Do you wish you were a better cook?
Take a cooking class or try out a new recipe or two until you've nailed it.
Above are just a few examples, there are so many more deeper aspects that we as women might wish to improve upon. I know you have your own, so what's stopping you from getting there right now?
The key is to get busy with the 'doing' instead of just thinking about how we wish things were better or different. Of all the things we pour our time and energy into, shaping who we are should be at the top of the list. Especially if you have or plan on having children. Be the best role model for your children and teach them to never stop learning and growing.
Invest in yourself and your tomorrow will be that much brighter.
What areas in your life do you want to grow/expand in? Id love to hear how you make learning part of your daily life. I hope you all have a beautiful day...
xo Meems xo
{via classy woman}
