It is no coincidence that I should be reminded to "OWN IT" by three different people in a matter of twenty-four hours. Once by a mentor, another by a family member, and finally, by a stranger, who oddly enough has felt like more of a friend these days.
In reading "Tiny Beautiful Things: Advice on Love and Life from Dear Sugar" by Cheryl Strayed (the stranger), her words really struck a chord. Gracias AMD for leading me to this sweet book.
Dear Sugar says, "Whatever happens to you belongs to you. Make it yours. Feed it to yourself even if it feels impossible to swallow. Let it nurture you, because it will."
OWN IT.
It could be an awful breakout on your face from stress, or suddenly you've lost your job because of cut backs at your company, or maybe you suffer from a broken heart due to a massive betrayal by your life partner. Whatever it is, gigantic or minuscule in perspective, It is yours (and yours alone)...
OWN IT.
Not only is it a means of cultivating courage in our imperfections, but it is also a means of cultivating courage in our hardships, loss, pain, and suffering. Making the rights choices and remaining real, honest, and authentic instead of running away. A key ingredient during this practice is to be easy with yourself. My Warrior Princess has instilled in me the importance of gentility, and she knows her sh*t! :)
OWN IT.
Oprah Winfrey's brand is, of course, another tool for self-empowerment and "OWN"ing IT. She has highlighted (7) ways that create power within by using personality and drive. I would positively agree that these points are worth meditating on, and practicing, in your daily life:
1.) Rise above pain. Losses are just life posts pointing you in a new direction.
2.) Reframe disappointments. Find strength (and trust) in the struggle.
3.) Engage your drive. Keep on keepin' on.
4.) Run your own race. Find your gift and give it all you've got. For you.
5.) Be yourself. Align your personality and purpose.
6.) Pay it forward. Be generous and compassionate to others.
7.) Look forward to your future. "Dream as large a life as you want."
OWN IT
&
RECALIBRATE YOUR REALITY.
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| Torrey Pines State Beach ~ 2015 |
“Hardships often prepare ordinary people for an extraordinary destiny.”
―
C.S. Lewis
