So today was one of those days that I felt I had to write down my thoughts.
As random as they may seem, I just felt that someone had to read them.
And who knows, may it’s you! Haha!
I sincerely believe that there are no coincidences and that writing this post in time for the holidays is nothing short of divine intervention.
Like seriously: I was driving home on my way from getting last minute presents for the security staff and receptionist in my condo when I thought about writing something centered on hope.
I think that’s one thing we all need now as we go through the holidays with our own set of experiences.
I think it’s quite safe to say that the year wasn’t exactly perfect (as none is, really), and that presents reason enough to focus on the fact that silver linings and second chances are just around the corner too.
So take this as my gift for all of you guys who have been with me since God knows when and perhaps now, need a huge dose of hope for whatever reason you may have.
Without further ado, here are my prayers for everyone. Feel free to take what resonates and share what you feel can help someone else who might need some inspiration and support to move forward:
I hope that if you’re struggling right now, may you find a number of reasons to keep going, no matter what happens, simply because that is what you deserve: to give yourself that fighting chance to win battles the rest of us may not know about.
I hope that if you’re hurting now because you felt hurt or betrayed as other people left your side unexpectedly, know that everything happens for a reason and not everyone deserves to share spaces with you in your next chapter. It might be, as weird as it seems now, a form of protection for yourself as you let go of people who don’t recognize your true value. It’s definitely their loss.
I hope that if you’re feeling defeated now because things aren’t going as planned in your career and you feel that you’re a failure, please don’t. You are not defined by your profession or accomplishments so stop beating yourself up. You have what it takes to succeed in this lifetime and I hope you take that to heart especially during days that are harder than most. To win, inquire within.
I hope that if you’re grieving over a lost love or someone dear to you that has passed on, may you find comfort that someday you’ll heal and share spaces once more. In the meantime, be grateful that once in your life, your paths crossed and they have already fulfilled their purpose. Now, it’s your time to make yourself (and them) proud.
I hope if you feel stuck because of the numerous delays and countless detours you are experiencing at the moment, may you realize that the Universe is just giving you enough time and space to think things over and recalibrate accordingly so that you will eventually be in alignment with what you’re truly meant to be. Trust in the magic of divine timing.
I hope that if you’re feeling overwhelmed now by the hustle and bustle of the holidays, please know that it’s ok to pause, have a break and let yourself be. You won’t be judged for protecting your sanity and space. Do what’s best for you please.
I hope if you’re feeling angry and frustrated, know that everything is only temporary and it will come to pass. Please don’t make impulsive decisions that will bear consequences long after your heightened emotions have faded. Take deep breaths and focus on what can still go right even if it seems harder than usual.
I hope if you’re still hiding for whatever reason, may you find the courage and commitment to show up and take up space. You deserve to be heard, seen, felt and celebrated as you are so please gift the world with your presence.
I hope if you still have your loved ones with you, please spend quality time with them. Never be too busy to show them you care because you may not have the same moment in the future. Cherish today and make as many beautiful memories as you can because that’s the best gift you can give yourself and others: time.
I hope if you’re in your season of harvest, may you remain grateful and remember the value of sharing and keeping to heart the times life humbled you before. Balance is key so that your blessings continue to pour from a space of overflow.
I hope that through it all, whatever you’ve been through, whatever you’re going through at the moment and whatever still awaits you, may you find more than enough reason to honor yourself and your progress, no matter how big or small, simply because you’re still on your way to becoming your own #bestmeever .
I hope that whatever it is in your heart that I may have missed praying for in this post, may God find ways to make them come true, in His time. And know that it will always be perfect.
So there you go. May all these prayers of hope come true for all of you guys.
And me too!
At the end of the day, I just want everyone of us to have a merry Christmas, and a happy new year.
I know I am not asking much.
So please, Lord, hear me out on this.
Happy birthday Jesus.:)
Please gift everyone with love, peace and joy.
Fact: Life isn’t always perfect.
And things don’t always happen as planned.
Yup, it’s not always a walk in the park.
Nor one with non-stop celebrations.
Life can get difficult. Messy. And sometimes too much to take.
But it doesn’t mean you should give up because of that.
You should always remember that no matter what happens, your goals and dreams will always be worth it.
Don’t let hard times make you forget how deserving you are to become your own #bestmeever .
Allow yourself to struggle. To learn. And grow through each and every hurdle you face so that you can become the person you’re meant to be.
The hardships are not there to just punish you — they are there to mold you and help you embrace the valuable lessons you need moving forward.
And know that hard times don’t last forever.
The key here is to always seek for your own inspiration to keep you going as you never lose sight of hope.
Oftentimes, hard times make us forget how far we have gone and how much we have achieved in the past. Know that if you are struggling at present, that does not invalidate the fact that you have made it through even tougher times before. What is important now as you go through rough days is to remember what worked for you before and how you can apply them in your current space. Give yourself more credit. You are tougher than you think.
2. Count your blessings
No matter what you’re going through now, the mere fact that you’re reading this, you’re still blessed. Stop focusing on your struggles and start focusing on the things that are reminding you that life is good. Your family. Friends. Your house. Time for yourself. Your passion project. The career you want. Your pet’s unconditional love. The beautiful flowers and trees surrounding you. And so much more. You just have to open your eyes and heart to the fact that outside of your struggles, life goes on beautifully. And so can you.
3. Focus on what’s under your control
Here’s a beautiful insight: you only stress out more when you try to control everything, even those beyond your space of power and influence. How many times have you spent countless hours complaining about your situation without being able to change the results, just because it’s beyond your control? If you can relate to this, then this is your sign to divert your attention to what’s under yours: like your response to stress stimulus for instance. Or planning your next move. Or actually choosing to start all over again. Being able to gain control over little things in your space can inspire you to keep going no matter how tough times may be.
4. Seek support
In case you’ve forgotten: you are not alone in your struggles. Everyone else goes through difficult days, sometimes, even tougher than yours. So don’t ever feel that you are alone in your journey and that no one can understand what you’re going through. The beauty of less than beautiful days is that they reveal who you deserve to share spaces with and those who are just there for the meantime. Take time to know who are willing to extend a helping hand from your immediate circle and outside of it. This might come in as a beautiful surprise.
5. Start small, celebrate big
Don’t force yourself to bounce back immediately as if nothing happened. It is very important to allow yourself to feel what needs to be felt and to reflect and recalibrate there after. Allow yourself to start small: waking up. Doing one simple task. Pampering yourself. Things which you may have forgotten because life got too complicated. Celebrate the little milestones you achieved along the way. They matter more in the long run, as you keep going through your journey towards your own recovery from whatever it is that initially broke you. Yes, surviving another day is an achievement by itself. Remember that always.
Take this to heart: hope has always been inside of you.
You just have to inquire within, recognize it and never let hard times distract you.
May you recognize the hope you’ve always been carrying.
And the one that you give others just by existing.
