Take the Opportunity

Hello beautiful people,

Today marks my 23rd lap around the sun. I woke up grateful this morning- for the things that have shaped me, the people who have loved me, and all the years to come. I want to use this day as an opportunity for self- reflection and growth.

I want to note that I believe that ANY day, any moment, can be a new beginning. We do not have to wait for the first day of Spring, or New Year's Eve, or Sunday night to set intentions. We can stop in the middle of a Tuesday afternoon and say, "I'm done with my bullshit, which for me is (fill in the blank). I recognize it and will consciously change my ways". However, if certain dates/times feel significant to you, I encourage you to tap into that. The energy that these moments bring is potent; something to be taken advantage of.

So for me, on this day, I will start with acknowledging my blessings. Because these things have fed me, challenged me, and shaped me into the woman I am today- and I wouldn't give her up for anything.
Thank you, universe, for....
~ my wonderful, wild family
~ my corner of the world, full of open spaces and bordered by the ocean
~ my college education (the most expensive piece of paper I own)
~ friends, colleagues, co- workers, and patients who exist on all ends of the spectrum of life

Also, universe, thank you for the hard times I have faced. We come into this world naive, hopeful, and full of perfect imperfections. We (hopefully) leave it slightly less so. I offer myself up to challenge, and to change. This year I will work on...
~ being patient
~ listening without preconceived notions
~ trusting myself with others
~ believing in my own worth

I love this planet, this life, the fact of existence. Let's celebrate these things on an infinite scale.