Author: lowhite73

This past month has been rough. I had finally pulled myself out of hell until I read this article.

http://www.puckermob.com/moblog/to-the-best-friend-who-cut-me-out-like-i-never-existed

That wound in my back opened up again and the flood gate exploded. I quickly pulled myself together (with the help of my goofy children) and started to reflect on what good has come out of my broken heart.

1) I have been praying more

This has been my saving grace. God will never forsake me. He has blessed us more than I know and I am grateful.

2) I have finished projects

Things that I have put off have been completed. Not everything is done, but life is all about works in progress. I am thankful for the accomplishments and distractions.

3) I started this blog!!

I have been wanting to get this blog off of the ground for years. I am so thankful to have my own platform and to be able to speak my truth.

4) I am more concious

I am more aware of my actions and the way I speak to others. Say what you mean and mean what you say, right? I make an effort to keep promises and check on those who I have neglected in the past. My children are far more appreciative of this one!

5) Connecting and Reconnecting

I am working on connecting with new and old friends. Getting out of my comfort zone and discovering new things.

I really believe I could go on and on, but I will add one last thing. It is so important to get away from it all for just a little while. Even if that only means deleting social media and taking a bunch of naps. You can’t stay in that place forever (believe me, I’ve tried). Be with people who love you and want to see you grow, who cheer you on along the way. Please, please, PLEASE block out the people who cause you pain. You are loved and you are worthy, never forget that.

I’m sure you have heard it said, “life isn’t fair” so many times your head could explode. In truth it isn’t, but when you have had your fair share of lemons, you would just like to finally crawl in a hole and stay there. People come and go, leave without warning and you’re just left there to save yourself. You are such a good person, you shrink yourself and give everything you have for people and it will never be enough.

Some people have selfishness ingrained in their DNA, predisposed to treating others like garbage. Rationalizing their actions to make themselves believe their own lies. These people are sick and cannot see the consequences in their behavior. They just don’t care about anything but their own selfish desires. Also known as a narcissist, someone so vain they cannot see the forest for the trees.

You have no control over others or the way the treat you. I can promise you, you don’t want that kind of power anyway. Some people will use you and drain your energy as much as it benefits them. Just remember, your power and energy will return. The energy they stole will eventually fade, their tank will return to E.

Love yourself and the life you have been given. You are loved, you are worthy and you were put here for a much higher purpose than you realize. Bad times are sure to find you but I promise you it won’t last forever. Let your light shine even on the darkest days, it is your beacon for the right people to find you.