I find it funny that some people get amused about telling others how they feel or think about them, but can not receive it back. Being one who has been on both sides, let me share some truth of what I know. Most of us spend time deflecting from our self so we can avoid changes that are necessary. Within the small moments of quiet times we hear the truth about what we should do to change but ignore it.
If we fail to fulfill our goals or commitments, we may lean more on the side of creativity to make up a story that would release us from any responsibilities. While we may share the truth at times, some of us may shrink back from taking the lead in acknowledging the truth. For instance; if we simply don’t want to do a particular thing requested of us by others we may stumble over admitting it. We give the reason of not wanting to hurt anyone’s feelings but in the secret our feelings are being hurt. How about the giving of time and talent to those who don’t appreciate nor value it. Instead of sharing that we feel devalued, we get frustrated and stop speaking to them. “Tell the Truth!!”
To walk in health and wholeness it is important to tell the truth, however you must begin with yourself. In this new year, don’t ignore what is really going on with you. If you are experiencing depression, deal with it. Perhaps you are afraid of changes and being uncomfortable, so now you label your self as shy…deal with the truth. Maybe you are the emotional eater gaining weight because secretly you handle stress and pressure with food…tell the truth to begin breaking free!!
Some thing amazing happens when we begin to love ourself enough to tell our self the truth. Now I am not talking about negative conversation to yourself but rather the real facts of where you are and why you are there. The facts that you may be a people pleaser for fear of rejection.
If you are reading this blog hear my heart in the words…I want you to live a complete free and joyous life. Your next step to healthy living could simply be “Telling the truth!” Take time this year to become the best version of yourself
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