Literally sitting knee deep in negative thoughts about some "bumps in the road" I have been a part of lately I get this perfect email reminding me to remain optimistic and grateful. I don't know if you have ever had a situation where you kind of feel like your life is perfectly balanced and then all of a sudden there's a change in your life and the calmness that once was consistent, no longer is.
~I get emails about the Secret every other day~ |
Think of the scene of the movie or book (whichever you followed) of Eat Pray Love. Liz goes from the ashram in India where she finds that inner peace she has been longing for. Then learning to meditate and smiling with her heart in Bali, to meeting someone and feeling like her world is becoming a bit undone and then reacts in a more defensive way. Which then in turn turns out being far more negative than one could ever want. A total opposite of the inner peace that once was.
That's where I'v been at, so you can imagine how much impact these two sentences had on me and I just knew I had to share it with you guys. Ketut Liyer said it perfectly "Sometimes to lose balance for love is part of living a balanced life" which combined with the above email I received has pretty much helped lighten my spirits and get me back on track. Yes guys I have been really doing some in depth thinking and feeling lately with my lessons I learned recently and today's post its really apparent I am growing as a person and to be completely honest, it hasn't always been easy or enjoyable, there's times I missed the old me, the safe zone. But if I have learned anything in life it is if everyday you see even a tiny bit of growth and change I believe you are living a full life, its when today you are the exact same person as you were yesterday that you should worry.
*This might be somewhat of an over share post but this blog is not just a space for pretty pictures saying my life is perfect all day everyday and gorgeous products reviews, it is a daily lifestyle blog about... me Meghan Silva my life, loves and everything in between,so some posts will be more journal like and others not so much. I often get asked why I used that specific picture with a specific post my answer is really simple while I may not always use my own pictures all the time, every image I have ever used on the blog literally had me staring at it for hours in awe and some are in many ways a reflection of my mood at the time, even if it is just an image of the ocean, it reflects maybe the serenity I was feeling. I adore pretty pictures that take you into a little space where you are free to daydream.
~Image credit: World tour stories~
~Image credit: World tour stories~
I understand exactly what you are saying about the pretty pictures. It's good to have a moment of relaxation to daydream a little during the day.
ReplyDeleteIt really can brighten up ones day pretty instantly. Glad you agree.
DeleteIsn't it funny how the world turns everything upside down when we least expect it. But when we look back at it, when we were most ready for it
ReplyDeleteYes so very true! I guess its the surprise of the moment that gets one especially if you like me and get way to comfortable. haha.
DeleteGreat sentiment to live by!
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DeleteSo deep, true and beautifully written!
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DeleteThis post is so well written. These moments of day dreaming and relaxing is my escapism.
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This comment just made my day, thank you Mel
DeleteLove that you keep it real, doll! :)
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Gotta keep it real, everyone else is already taken, right?! ;)
DeleteI love these kinds of posts, it shows your courage and vulnerability! Thanks for sharing, and I am positive that your 20 mins of daily meditation will help you on your journey!
ReplyDeleteI really hope it does. Thank you for always having such kind words means a ton to me.
DeleteI've had some bumps this week. However I think they're necessary. Change happens.
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I fully agree.
DeleteI needed to read this too, as I get lost in the whole slump of feeling that life is getting overwhelming me and consuming me and all my time! Have a great Friday and thanks so much for your comment today!
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Its the overwhelming feeling that gets one down, you kind of feel like you drowning but I think the minute you stop fighting the inevitable is when that relieve sets in. The stop fighting it part is the hardest though haha
DeleteThanks for reminding me are not alone when going through these moments, I needed the inspiration, the quote is beautifully said.
ReplyDeleteTotally likewise, its therapeutic to know I am not alone in this either :)
DeleteThank you xo
ReplyDeleteThat quote reminds me of another quote- if you set it free and if it comes back to you then its meant to be. :)
ReplyDeleteYes that really is an oldie but always a goodie!
DeleteThat is so true. I really really needed those few words.
ReplyDeleteOnly read this now and I just want to say that I admire you for being so open and honest with us the reader of your blog! It takes courage to share personal experience's with people you don't really know, but well done! I also want to know from you how I can also get emails from the secret too? Keep up the great work! Mwah xxx
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DeleteGirl, feel like we are sailing in the same boat. I kinda paused for a while to reflect on my life and how far I've come.
ReplyDeleteBTW, you do not have to justify yourself. Nobody is perfect, we all have ups and down and that is Life. It will be wrong for us to expect everything pretty and good because that is not real.
It always good to reflect from time to time. Glad you can relate.
DeleteThis is a wonderfully honest post Meg! It's incredible when something has been playing on your mind (and in your gut) but you're afraid of it and then you get confirmations of what you were thinking about. Good luck babe x
ReplyDeleteIt's so amazing to see that we all sometime share the exact same feelings about life... I'm a doodle, daydream queen! ;) xoxo
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