Favorite Quotes
“If growing up is painful for the Southern Black girl, being aware of her displacement is the rust on the razor that threatens the throat. It is an unnecessary insult.”
"Be the change you wish to see in the world."
“To be yourself in a world that is constantly trying to make you something else is the greatest accomplishment.”
"...I am convinced that life is 10% what happens to me and 90% how I react to it. And so it is with you; we are in charge of our attitudes."
“There is nothing more rare, nor more beautiful, than a woman being unapologetically herself; comfortable in her perfect imperfection. To me, that is the true essence of beauty.”
“Love never gives up, never loses faith, is always hopeful, and endures through every circumstance.”
Saturday, August 20, 2022
08/18/2022: Lists
When I am experiencing change (starting a new job), disappointment (not getting that thing my heart so desired), and/or crisis/grief/loss (my loved ones or my own), my anxiety goes into over drive, and I become overwhelmed by my own thoughts. All of these things are happening right now. Before sleeping yesterday and Tuesday, I gave myself goals.
They're little things. Though they are seemingly insignificant, they make my world just a little more manageable and peaceful. Making a list and checking things off feels so empowering. No, I did not mark them all off today or yesterday, but that's okay too.
From #theinvisiblelifeofaddielarue:
"How do you walk to the end of the world? she once asked. And when Addie didn’t know, the old woman smiled that wrinkled grin, and answered.
One step at a time."
P.S.: I'm totally giving myself bonus points for doing dishes today too. 🤷🏿♀️🤪 AND, I WILL journal before bed.