Tuesday, March 25, 2014

Selfull vs. Selfish...Thankful!

I am thankful recently for setting boundaries. Two years ago I had no idea what a personal boundary was, lately, I'm feeling growth and movement. Up until now, I had no clue how to set a boundary. Recently, it finally happened, 40+ years later, Woot Woot! I have found myself caught up in work stuff from one job getting in the way of the other job at the absolute worst time. I love my life and all of my jobs. I put my heart into each one. But, I SET A BOUNDARY! Yes, I'm yelling, at the top of my lungs. I did not allow issues at one job filter into the other. I protected myself. I felt bad and guilty about it for three hours, but I got through it, I grew. I am stronger and better because of it. This week, I'll be even better at setting a boundary, if needed. This is HUGE for me. I credit my sisterhood, the group of women friends who stand by me through my life experiences! I am energized in my recent journey by all of the girlfriends, derby sisters, CrossFitters and family members in my world who are teaching me as well as supporting me through these life lessons. I've learned to honor myself, first. It has been a tough go at times, but, whew, my goodness...I'm learning and using the struggles or challenges for my benefit now, and not letting anything get in the way of cherishing myself. It's one thing to be selfish, it's another to be "Self-ful!"