My lifelong recovery as a 27 year old who suffered a carodid dissection; having a stroke- needing surgery to have a stent put in- all due to a car accident where I was a passenger on December 17th. I have to get over the idea that my life has changed dramatically and will likely never be the same; I need to get over my past self- and all I can think of is how lucky I am to be alive and to have all major functions. I will have to get passed the trauma of trusting other people as a driver. I will also face issues with having to take blood thinners- and any future surgeries I will need. I have to face the fear of having a second stroke everyday.
That I may get Omicron. It is a possibility that no matter how careful I have been, it might happen. And then, what do I do after that? So facing that fear is real, but working through that fear with a plan is just as important.
Today it is to face my limitations with grace. I became weak during my daily walk and fell, if it were not for my core and upper body strength, I would have had serious injury. As it is, I will be gentle with myself and others and take time to rest. Although strained and bruised, my heart is still smiling.
I think I need to face my true self. We all are hidden in our masks that makes people desirable and likable. But are we really what we show?? We need to face what our own strength is, what our weakness is!!
We should not hide ourselves from our own self. Face what you are! But don’t stop being a better person with each day.
Good points JK. Thank you !
You might also find this quote interesting, from Carl Jung:
“Persona, the mask or image we present to the world. Designed to make a particular impression on others, while concealing our true nature.”
– Carl Jung
Right now, I need to face my fear of uncertainty, recognizing that it is a part of life and that it is okay to hold convictions and still be uncertain about them.
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That my family (extended family also) & I have different definitions of what it means to be family.
Oh, my soul, Javier!!! Wishing you well.
My lifelong recovery as a 27 year old who suffered a carodid dissection; having a stroke- needing surgery to have a stent put in- all due to a car accident where I was a passenger on December 17th. I have to get over the idea that my life has changed dramatically and will likely never be the same; I need to get over my past self- and all I can think of is how lucky I am to be alive and to have all major functions. I will have to get passed the trauma of trusting other people as a driver. I will also face issues with having to take blood thinners- and any future surgeries I will need. I have to face the fear of having a second stroke everyday.
That I may get Omicron. It is a possibility that no matter how careful I have been, it might happen. And then, what do I do after that? So facing that fear is real, but working through that fear with a plan is just as important.
Hang in there Javier. Sending positive energy your way:)
I don´t know.
My rapid decline in productivity and consumption of knowledge.
Avoidance. It can be a very sensible strategy or a slowly boiling pot of explosive dung with a fully operating fan nearby.
oh that is so funny
Malay, you made me laugh with the truthful metaphor.
this made me LOL! hilarious visual
My lack of discipline.
Today it is to face my limitations with grace. I became weak during my daily walk and fell, if it were not for my core and upper body strength, I would have had serious injury. As it is, I will be gentle with myself and others and take time to rest. Although strained and bruised, my heart is still smiling.
To face the uncertainty with hope and trust in the process of life. To have faith in the unknown.
Sending Love your way Javier…
…sending you all good energy,
dear Javier…
solutions may come from where you least expect them.
Don’t let go of hope
with love . . . ♥
I think I need to face my true self. We all are hidden in our masks that makes people desirable and likable. But are we really what we show?? We need to face what our own strength is, what our weakness is!!
We should not hide ourselves from our own self. Face what you are! But don’t stop being a better person with each day.
loved your reflection:)
Good points JK. Thank you !
You might also find this quote interesting, from Carl Jung:
“Persona, the mask or image we present to the world. Designed to make a particular impression on others, while concealing our true nature.”
– Carl Jung
Thank You MEG!!
The quote is quite related to what I feel. Thanks for sharing.
Right now, I need to face my fear of uncertainty, recognizing that it is a part of life and that it is okay to hold convictions and still be uncertain about them.