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“I couldn’t perform simple tasks like cleaning the bathroom or planning the weekly menu. Thinking of what to cook for the next meal was overwhelming. Little things like the water pump conking out, the dogs missing a feeding, or my household helper going on her weekend off seemed like the end of the world. I had to stop driving because I would have a panic attack at the most unexpected moments.”
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“Do not listen to people who have achieved nothing in life, especially if you are an overachiever and ambitious person, if you have a dream, run after your dream, God has plans for you and he gifted each one of us with something. My gift was in the arts and since I was 14 years old I’ve been after that dream, even if my own family has tried to “cut off” my legs. Fight for your dream, when things are being the hardest and you’re ready to quit, that is when you shouldn’t quit because big things are coming.”
“We all struggle, it’s part of being human. Once we can accept the normality of struggle, we can stop self-criticism which just makes things worse. Struggle is just a sign that we need to learn and practice new skills, our beliefs usually change in the process. “
Having something negative stuck on your mind can keep you from living your best life. Dwelling on this negativity can lead to serious issues such as depression, which is why it’s important to know how to get something off your mind.
“I remember moments of feeling completely hopeless like I had no identity outside of my dysfunctional relationships. At my lowest, I numbed feelings with unhealthy habits. With support and inner work, I’ve realized my worth comes from within. Now I know approving of myself is what matters most.”
Being treated unfairly is unfortunately a part of life. But how do we let go of resentment? In this article, I’ll look at the prevailing studies on resentment and explain how to best let go of these negative feelings.
“I lost three family members in a short period of time and I felt like I was going to lose everyone (my father and grandfather also have serious illnesses) before I could go back to Japan to visit them. I couldn’t stop crying when I thought about what I had lost, so I just kept busy, working, and going out with my husband and his family.”
“The source to constant happiness is only found within you, and spiritual work is the pathway to find and make that fountain flow. In so doing, you’ll be able to take your challenges and turn them into searches for treasure. Open enough treasures, and you’ll even be able to instantly ignite happiness in those around you.”
“One of the aspects of PTSD is depression and with depression comes irritability. Living with depression was like walking through molasses. Everything was more difficult, irritating, and unrecognizable. I knew something was in the way that needed to be cleared. It’s hard to be happy when you feel like that.”