Adjust

(at the panda exhibit at the National Zoo in DC)

Our only security is our ability to change.  ~John Lilly

Adjust
Life throws us curve balls.  It's our job to know how to hit them out of the park or duck out of the way!  We are constantly are adjusting to life, or we should be.  When things get uncomfortable, it's time to change.  When life feels like it's not working in your favor, it's time to make different decisions.  When your path seems to be dive bombed with problems, it's time to change directions.  Adjusting our sails and the direction of our dreams is what life is about.  We are meant to learn and grow.  We are constantly reinventing ourselves, our lifestyles and the people we surround ourselves with and that's a good thing!  Life is a reflection of who we are, what we think and what we believe.  Keep adjusting accordingly and you will create an amazing life.

Courage

Courage is not the absence of fear,

but rather the judgement that something else 

is more important than fear.  

~Ambrose Redmoon

Courage
We all have an unbreakable strength that lies deep within us. It's that strength we turn to when we feel at our most vulnerable.  It never fails us.  It's always there making sure we keep pushing through so that we become better and stronger individuals.  We are courageous human beings.  We've been through so much yet we still seek a better tomorrow, more justice in the world and we won't stop until we've achieved our goals.  It takes a lot of determination but we have that inside of us as well.  It's our drive that makes us better.  It's our vision that keeps us on our journey.  It's the belief that we can accomplish anything if we just set our minds to it.  It's our courage that gives us that extra push when we feel like we have nothing left to give.  For today, let's be brave in everything we do.  Let's give ourselves that extra energy to push through any fear or doubt and go for our dreams.

Worry

Fear can keep us up all night long, but faith makes one fine pillow.  

~Philip Gulley

Worry
That nasty little word that keeps you up at night, that gives you anxiety throughout your day and makes your heart palpitate.  You tend to worry about everything!  You worry about what occurred in the past and you worry about what could possibly happen in the future.  You spend most of the day in a state of worry, panic or fear that you miss out on all that's peaceful, serene and happy.  Just stop for a moment.  Silence your mind and get present in this moment, don't let your mind wander to the past or the present.  Stay in the here and now.  In this moment, are you safe?  Can you feel the sunshine on your face or hear the birds singing outside?  Can you feel the wind blow through your hair?  Is the air conditioner keeping you nice and cool?  Are you connected to friends or loved ones through the computer?  Did you pack a yummy lunch or even better, going out to lunch with people that make you smile?  Are you truly enjoying that cup of tea or coffee to help you get going for the day?  Are you headed on vacation?  Did you get to kiss or hug someone already?  There is plenty in this life to feel fearful about but most of the time your worry is for nothing.  You've spend so much in a state of panic in your mind that you are missing out on the life that is surrounding you.  Take the time to acknowledge your fears, put them in a bubble, and walk forward leaving the anxiety and worry behind.