Yesterday I had two of the hardest conversations I have had in a long time.
With tears in my eyes, feeling like a fool, I sat down and talked to my bosses about how I have been feeling at work. Overwhelmed, floundering, lacking confidence, feeling like I am failing --- feeling like they deserved better. Feeling like I wasn’t sure if my new the job was right for me.
The overwhelming support they showed me was a gift from heaven. David especially -- reminded me of a very simple truth -- mindset is everything.
I was the one who had to make the decision that it either was or wasn’t going to work.
It reminded me of a quote I have used 1000 times in my fitness coaching efforts -- a quote by Henry Ford that says -- “Whether you believe you can or believe you can’t, you are right.”
I am grateful for both Chip & David and the way they talked me off the ledge. They supported me and gave me the shot in the arm that I needed to see my work, my role, and my purpose a little differently.
This morning I woke up and decided I was going to make this work. And I reminded myself that it starts with taking care of me.
In my prayer journal I wrote...
The line has been drawn...today marks my new beginning.
Self-care means:
• Daily devotion
• Meditation
• Writing
• Healthy, nutritious foods
• Plenty of Exercise
• Water
• Good sleep
• Daily personal development
I know this recipe works and sets me up for success in all aspects of my life...including my career.
So beginning today...I will fill my cup and let it spill over to serve others.
With that, I opened my bible to begin my daily devotional...and was met with these beautiful words.
‘He will wipe every tear from their eyes. There will be no more death’ or mourning or crying or pain, for the old order of things has passed away.” Revelations 21 :4
The line in the sand has been drawn. It is a new day. And I am back.
Today I pray with a grateful and happy heart.
Thank you for your patience with me.
For putting the right people and the right messages in my life
For quieting my mind so that I can hear you
It’s a new day.
