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Note to Myself No. 7

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Life is uncertain. It can end at any time, whether or not we're ready. So inhabit yourself fully. Be who you are, deep in your soul. Be present.  Notice (and celebrate) every single moment. Give hugs. Say what you need to say from a place of kindness. Shine your light out into darkness. Practice being love embodied. Drink every last drop of life every day.

True Words Tuesday: Acceptance

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Sounds so easy, doesn't it? When "what's true" happens to align with what you want in your life, acceptance is a snap. You conceived the minute you chose to start a family. You've created a vibrant, nourishing marriage  to your soul mate. Your interview skills are so fabulous  that you landed the dream job despite tons of competition. Oh yeah, loving what's true  makes it easy as pie to accept it. But what about the times when reality breaks your heart? The man you thought you would grow old with, who lit up your life, dies.  Or he runs off  with a younger woman. Your body just doesn't cooperate  in the "doing what comes naturally" department.  You feel envy, not joy, when a friend  announces,  "I got pregnant without even trying." Despite sending out hundreds of resumes, you can't seem to snag an interview,  let alone land a job... any job. Those are times when...