Feel Good Friday

Feel Good Friday!

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Sneakers in the grass and the words Just Breathe

It’s been a week since my last blog? A week?

Oh man, what a week it’s been…

My weekend was commandeered with an Endo pain flare-up.

My Jeep had a window smashed and a bag stolen.  It will take 2 weeks for a new window to be installed.

Work has been incredibly busy.

I’m studying for a big exam coming up.

Ugh.  And this is the first time I have a moment to even think about the Bloomin’ Uterus blog.  I’ve missed this release.  But, today…today is Feel Good Friday and I couldn’t miss it!

Today’s quote is by Dr. Steve Maraboli, a life coach and motivational speaker:

“You must learn to let go. Release the stress. You were never in control anyway.”

He’s right.  There’s absolutely nothing I can do about getting the window any faster.  There’s nothing I can do that I haven’t already done about the bag, it’s missing contents, or replacing them.  There’s nothing I can do about the attitudes and habits of bad people who feel the need to violate other people’s things.

I can continue to study for my exam.  And I can get through today.

We’ve made it to another Friday. The end of the week.  The beginning of the weekend.  Take a deep breath. And let it all go.

*whew*

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Today’s quote is by an unknown person.  A stranger.  An anonymous shadow.

Total self-esteem requires total and unconditional acceptance of yourself. You are a unique and worthy individual, regardless of your mistakes, defeats and failures, despite what others may think, say or feel about you or your behavior. If you truly accept and love yourself, you won’t have a driving need for attention and approval. Self-esteem is a genuine love of self. Stop all adverse value judging of yourself. Stop accepting the adverse value judgments of others. Purge yourself of all condemnation, shame, blame, guilt & remorse.

And it’s meant for you to read. Yes, you.  Let these words sink in.  And begin to embrace you for who you are.  Don’t let the bad thoughts, judgments, and shame drag you down into the muck.  Feel free to be yourself.  And love yourself.

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So here we are, at another Friday (already?!)!  And you know what that means! A little bit of uplifting, feel goods to get you through your weekend.

Today’s quote is by musician, Criss Jami:

“To share your weakness is to make yourself vulnerable; to make yourself vulnerable is to show your strength.”

This is so very true!  Hang in there, friends!  And know that it is okay to open yourself up to others and let them in…

Have a wonderful weekend!

~Lisa

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A stamp that reads Fragile

We made it to another Friday!! *woohoo*

Today’s Feel Good quote is by British Author, John Brunner:

“I’m myself, not a label.”

I love this!  I’ve always hated labels:

I’m fat. I’m skinny.

I’m a leader.  I’m a follower.

I’m popular. I’m alone.

I’m amazing.  I’m mediocre.

I’m not good enough.  I’m too good for this.

I’m a victim.  I’m a survivor.

I’m strong.  I’m weak.

I am all of these things.  And none of these things.

Words have power.  And labels limit, influence, and affect us.  Let them go.  Let them shed away.

I’m just me.  Plain and simple : me.

If you can embrace and love you for you, and not hang onto labels, you may just okay with who you are.  You are you.  And people love you for you.  And you can love you, too.  Just as you are.

Have a wonderful weekend, and for you American readers : a safe and happy Fourth!

Yours, Lisa

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Mission Impossible text with a burning fuse going across the text

We made it to another Friday!  And you know what that means:

Today’s quote is by American actress, Audrey Hepburn:

“Nothing is impossible.  The word itself says, ‘I’m possible!'”

It’s hard to remember this principle when things are down in the dumps, the task is too great, or life is just so overwhelming.  But try.  Try to remember that you can get through it.  Whatever “it” may be.

And if you need help, we can do it together.

Have a wonderful weekend!

Yours,

Lisa

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cans of overflowing red, blue, yellow, and brown paint

It’s Friiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiday!

Today’s “Feel good” quote is by American actor, Danny Kaye:

“Life is a great big canvas, and you should throw all the paint on it you can.”

Here’s to hoping we can all get out there, spread a li’l bit of paint, adventure, and laughter, and make a great big smooshy, happy mess.

Live well, guys.  We’ve only got one.  Go out. Enjoy. Find an adventure.  Find peace.

And have a wonderful weekend!

Yours,

Lisa

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A black cloud among white ones

Today’s Feel Good Friday topic is a bit on the somber side.  I have several friends who are struggling with depression right now.  And it’s so very painful to watch.  As an outsider looking in, I feel I say all of the wrong things, and due to the miles between us, I cannot be there to hug them, hold them, or anything…So I watch from a distance, offer my pitiful words of support, and hope for the best.

American author, Barbara Kingsolver, put it nicely:

“There is no point treating a depressed person as though she were just feeling sad, saying, ‘There now, hang on, you’ll get over it.’ Sadness is more or less like a head cold- with patience, it passes. Depression is like cancer.”

For those of you suffering with depression, and yes, suffering is the appropriate word: you are not alone in this struggle.  There is light at the end of the tunnel, somewhere.  I wish I could point you to that path, but I do not know it.  Your friends and family will be here for you, even though we may not know what best to say or how best to act. We are here.  And for those of you who are my close friends and are dealing with this, you know I love you. Yes, you.

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Bullwhip and Indian Jones hat

Today’s quote is inspired by an old man I saw crossing the street, wearing his best Indiana Jones Adventure outfit…at 7:30 in this morning, on his way into a Starbucks:

Life is just a lot of everyday adventures.  ~Carol Ryrie Brink

Although the strangely-dressed tiny old man man me laugh, it reminded me that, yes, every day should be a small adventure!  Hell, everything should be!

So don your hat and jacket and head out for something exciting! If not today, tomorrow. Or the next day.  Or the next.

Tackle that laundry like it’s Mount Kilimanjaro!  Wrangle up your cat like the wild beasty that he is.  Drive with the windows down and let the wind rat up your hair.  Or snuggle your hot water bottle as if your life depended on it.

Find an adventure. Somewhere.

Yours,

Lisa

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broken glass on a green table

Happy Friday!!!

Today’s feel good quote is by Armenian-Russian author, Vera Nazarian:

“A fine glass vase goes from treasure to trash, the moment it is broken. Fortunately, something else happens to you and me. Pick up your pieces. Then, help me gather mine.”

Again with the “broken pieces” theme.  There’s a lot of this going around lately.  Not just with myself, but among my friends and family.  And strangers.

Be there for each other. Always.  A strong support system, for whatever you are enduring, is necessary.  Know that you are not alone.  Know that you have people who love you who are there to help.  Together. Together you will manage.  And thrive.

Have a wonderful weekend…

Yours,

Lisa