Change

I don’t know exactly who said it, but it goes something like this:

When the pain of change exceeds the pain of staying the same, we change.

I remind myself of this over and over. It’s something that has become part of me. I’ve struggled with self-esteem and physical issues almost all of my life. I’m to the point where I now say, no more! I have value and I’m beautiful….NO MATTER WHAT ANYONE ELSE SAYS OR THINKS. There, I’ve said it…and online too. :D

Why do we as people decide to be so effected by what others say or think of us? In some ways this is okay. I love to be liked/loved by those I meet and associate with. I like to think I’m a likable person who is easy to get along with. It’s when I compare myself to perceived expectations that it’s an issue, and it’s been an issue for me…frequently. I’ve generally let the comparison of myself to others bring me down instead of inspire me to be better. I’m not going to do that anymore. I’m going to be me, and the best one at that! I’m so excited!