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Month: August 2017

INSECURITY; IT EATS YOU FROM INSIDE.

This post may evoke emotions in some people.

August 27, 2017August 27, 2017 by bluebridgesblog

LESSONS I’VE LEARNT.

A few things I’ve learnt along the way.

August 13, 2017August 24, 2017 by bluebridgesblog

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I never was one ready to go out and meet new people. I was content with those around me already....so I thought... Over time though , I’ve come to appreciate the fact that everyone who walks into your life, regardless of the time period has something to teach you.. some lessons may be painful but they all help build us towards the person we are meant to be. .... .. . A few words of wisdom I was told a few months ago: ‘The boundary of your knowledge is limited if you think you know everything’ -Arnissa Alvarez Ramos.

From the WWE themed fights, stealing strategically hidden snacks then proceeding to blatantly deny doing so, walking into each other’s rooms and spaces just because to tirelessly fighting for one another and encouraging each other to achieve the best version of themselves... .. . 10 y/o me would be mad but I have to admit my parents were right we’ve grown up to effortlessly love each other.. ... Now to watch them quote me till I die ❤️

‘It’s unfortunate that as human beings we are addicted to things that aggravate us. ... .. . Learn to cultivate a taste for peace. ... .. . Be quiet. Be Alone. Be Still.’ ~ Will Smith.

• PATIENCE • .. . ~ Ability to tolerate delay, sufferings , setbacks etc.. without getting anxious or annoyed .. . I remember the days I used to obsess about everything going according to plan... wasn’t too long ago actually. If anything even hinted at going left I’d lose it. It would start with an increased heart beat which would lead to getting irritated by the smallest thing, even someone calling me and then the final straw would be me losing my temper completely. ... .. ‘You need to be more patient’ was a constant song sang in the house.. to me particularly. ‘ Learn to be patient with him/her/me’ Gosh I can still hear my mum’s plea as I nearly slapped my brother for not doing something right for the third time that day.. ... .. I wouldn’t say I’m a violent person. I just used to like things going according to plan. Had I continued with that mentality to date, I would not have survived the obstacles that have been thrown my way. .. . Of late I’ve adopted the cliché ‘everything happens for a reason’ saying into my life. Don’t get it twisted though I still don’t and will never accept anything that crosses the line. .. . Instead I have used this to help me remain calm during setbacks , to help me accept things I cannot change, and to help me see the positive in different and particularly trying situations. .. . In all honesty, I feel as though a heavy burden was lifted off my shoulders , I’m able to find quick solutions where I can and I’m a bit more happier than I was when stressing. .. . I still get days when I want to pull my hair out and binge on something.. scream....and I do.. but I just need to keep constantly reminding myself to practice patience and let things happen at their time.

• Solitude • ‘ A situation of being alone, without other people.. often by choice.’ ✨✨ ✨ I’ve often enjoyed my own company. Although this habit started because circumstances forced me into it when I was younger, I’ve learnt over time, to appreciate the importance of spending time by yourself.. and most importantly with yourself. ✨✨ ✨ Truth is majority of us are afraid of being by ourselves because, it is in those intimate moments that you truly discover yourself, far away from the pressure of having to conform to societal standards. ✨✨ ✨ I find that spending time by yourself allows you to grow mentally. You get to try new things or revive old hobbies that once kept you alive. More importantly though, it gives you a chance to reflect on your life without judgement. It is in those moments that you are brutally honest, and you can work on making changes one step at a time. ✨✨ ✨ It’s necessary to disconnect for a bit. Switch off your phone for an hour or so. You may be by yourself physically but if you’re still online, it really beats the purpose of trying to find you. ✨✨ ✨ ‘ Spending time knowing yourself and gaining that relationship is part of finding your voice and gaining courage to use it ‘ ~ Traciee Ellis Ross 🐾

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