Sometimes I imagine…
I am living outside myself and looking back at who I am now
As I turn my head over my left shoulder,
I see a girl who is strong and brave
And then I see a girl who is sometimes alone and scared
I see a girl who is happy and smiling
And then I see a girl who is at times sad and tearful
I see a girl who is free and independent
And then I remember the girl who was stuck and felt trapped
I see a girl who knows herself more than ever because of practicing self-care, self-love, and forgiveness
I remember the girl who turned her back on herself and forgot who she was for so long
I see a girl who counts on herself to get things done with confidence
I sometimes see the girl who gets caught up in others broken promises and simultaneously finds a way to let go instead of feeling let down
I want to hug that girl and tell her in the most compassionate way that everything is going to be fine. Healing is never linear and triggers are everywhere. Some days are better than others and your friends and family love and support you. Always remember this
I tell her, grieve so you can feel free to feel something else
Now I see a girl living her best life each day while dodging bullets and catching curveballs
I slowly look up at myself in the mirror and I see that girl and all the girls I know who experience the same things I do from time to time
We are a collective bunch of empowered women standing together with both our soft and sharp edges
I see a girl who wants the same thing we all want…love ❤
I remind her, the power of gratitude in your worst times can change your life into your best times
And she graciously smiles, knowing she’s THAT GIRL…
Love,
Jen
XO
**To all the women out there, I think we are THAT GIRL to some extent at one time or another. Right now, my good friend Diane Loubert is making some pretty powerful positive changes in her life, and it’s such a privilege to be watching her turn the page and start a brand new chapter. I’m really proud of her so I’m dedicating this blog to her. Long live change my friend, you’ve got this!!
**Winning While Losing: The Upside of Heartbreak is available at online bookstores worldwide. Dare to live courageously…
**Just for the record, this blog also applies to men out there making positive changes as well. Good for you guys… keep going 🙂
Love yourself as you love others. Advice we should all take.
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Thanks so much Tony, you’re absolutely right! It seems to be an ongoing process 😇
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Such a good post. Dedicated to a dear friend too. You’re awesome, Jennifer 😍
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Thanks so much Darshith, I’m happy you liked it! My friend deserves it 😀
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Great post, Jenn. I love the positivity, and the belief in self.
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Thanks very much Rob, im glad you liked it! We are all trying our best 😀
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I think we all have those sad and low phases and then happy and confident phases. Its just that if someone says that they get you when you are low means alot at times. Beautiful writing ❤
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Thanks so much for reading NJ and for your lovely comments ❤❤
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Pleasure is all mine ❤
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Mine too ❤
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So beautiful, Jen! 🙂
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Aawww! Thanks for visiting and liking the blog Fabio!! Nice to see you again 😀
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Have a good week, my friend! 🙂
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Thanks Fabio you too!! 😃
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Hi Jen! Hope you are enjoying your weekend! 🙂 X
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Happy Sunday Fabio! 🙂 I’m having a great weekend thank you! Hope you’re enjoying the sunshine where you are!
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Thanks for writing back, Jen! Getting ready for another week, but still enjoying this beautiful afternoon in San Diego. Take care and have another smooth week, my friend! 😉
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Thanks Fabio and you’re welcome my friend 😀 Hope you have a wonderful week ahead in beautiful San Diego!! ☀️🏖
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