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The Power of "Yes"
The word "yes" is defined by Merriam-Webster as a function word used to express assent or agreement--but beyond this superficial definition and meaning, what sort of connotations do you think of? Personally, "yes" gives me positive, adventurous, and actionable connotations.
By 6 years ago in Motivation
Healthy Habits: Body + Mind
Over the course of this pandemic, I’ve been able to spend some time refocusing on things that are important to me, now that I found myself having more time for leisure than I have had in quite a few years. I have picked up multiple hobbies and pass times, but something I really wanted to focus on was getting my health- physically and mentally- in a better place than it currently was. Not that I wasn’t healthy previously, but I wanted to finally spend time fine tuning my body and mind. I also figure that if I can form healthy habits while I have the time to truly decompress my mind and evaluate my choices, it’ll be easy to stick to them by the time life goes back to “normal.” (Whenever that may be..)
By Paranneting/Anne Reboa6 years ago in Motivation
We have a Choice in Despair
You have choice. It might not feel like it right now, when you feel in such despair, but you do. The wonderful Nelson Mandela really captured that sense of freedom in choice we all have when he said: "Even behind prison walls, I can see the heavy clouds and the blue sky over the horizon."
By Alyssa Curtayne6 years ago in Motivation
To the Woman who Broke My Heart
Don’t get me wrong, my grandparents adopting me at the age of 9 was the best thing that ever happened to me. But, sometimes, I can’t help but wonder. What if you would’ve stayed? Where would we be living right now? On the beach? How close would we be? How proud of me would you be if you knew what I’ve overcome? I think you would see yourself within me. I carry your kind delicate heart in my chest. I wear your wild free spirit on my shoulders. But the one thing I have that you don’t, is strength.
By Marissa Derylak6 years ago in Motivation
Bottled Minxes'
At a horizons glare only the sun breaches the surface. Widening amongst the stretch of unforeseen depth to come. Wavering through life the sun comes across and sets on a minxes'. Why does the minx cry so loud that it deafens hearts and breaks emotions? For the minx has so much contained that it can only release pain to maintain. This pain is gained over the consecutive years it trained to release its skin to be seen born again. Well that's not an easy task to overcome for the minx has so much more unsung. She rises like the sun ready to take the world by surprise, but wait there's a flock of birds bombarding the skies. Casting a shadow for a moment’s time, but can you believe that's what brought tears that leaves the minx to cry. Every day is anew in the world of the minx, just trying to make it aiming to overcome only to over think. From the glass the minx drinks, but it’s not as simple as you think. The minx never pours her own drinks; for she doesn't even prep her own meals. The only thing the minx is able to control is the size of her dress laid out and the size of her heels. The cries that escape the minx has damned so many she meets. Do they even know that that minx barely eats? Wondering effortlessly from sunrise to sun down the minx has seen every side of a town. For she rises with vigor, yet rest in anger. I sometimes wonder why the minx gives so much credit to an avid stranger. You see the minx has instinct on solely surviving. Minxes never told anyone where it is she goes when she does the most hiding. Open to opportunities but not to emotions it just seems like the minxes is just a record scratched now broken. OH! Beautiful minx will you share your pain for this is a journey bared in vain. Release the old scars and come from beneath the horizon for this year the great minxes is surely arising. The arms reach wide and far on the old wooden clock, but that leaves no room for the minxes to stop. She coveted her time, space, and words. Long ago the minxes only spoke in slurs. You can come bearing gifts or even a house. From where the minx stands there seems to be no way out. As the tide rises so does the minx chaining things to the to-do list as the sun sinks. Racing the set of the sun as if there's glory to be one the minx has so much more to get done. For the minx isn't alone she has always had a litter. The sons of the minx is what drives her to never become a quitter. Wondering why the minx is so sealed I'll never question those endeavors. I only wish for the minx to avoid the rainiest weather. Special is the pain of a minx so much so that it drains the sphinx. The soul proprietor of this verse can you unify how diverse. Deep in to the vessel of I pray the return of the minxes lost love. A deep and trailing road to trail there will be justice a ringing bell. Where do the tears that trail thy face land upon on your dark days. Shed the skin oh minxes please I yarn for your silent breeze. A rhetoric deep in solitude but was it worth all you can lose. Ignite the heap of spoils that lay amongst the road that trails your way. For this day comes to no surprise, my soul wishes that you arrive. Claiming what was yours all along. There should be no place that you belong. For the universe is yours to walk as one would say you've walked the walk. Now speak aloud let them hear your pain there's much in store for us to gain. For minxes aren't a lost cause they to do grow, but would you allow them a chance to grow. The days are young and growing thin. I often feel the minxes skin.
By Desormes 6 years ago in Motivation
New Year, New Rear
We have all fallen prey to the idea of New Year, New Rear! Get that butt in gear and work on yourself is the message. It's a loud message and most of us have heard the thunderous and insistent call of the New Year's Resolution. We accept the idea of resolutions like we accept that the Earth is round. And just like the Earth, after the debachery of the holidays, many of us feel a little round too after the fun and food of the holidays. New Year means we need to start adulting again and pay attention to the details of life, health and wellness.
By Alicia Kennemer6 years ago in Motivation
Beneath the Tree
Although the summer evening was balmy, Liza pulled the tattered shawl closer around her shoulders and slipped out the cabin door, closing it softly behind her. She pressed against the rough-timbered siding and listened breathlessly, heart pounding in her ears. As her eyes adjusted to the dark, she could make out nothing in the night but shrubs and the outline of the tree line as they came into focus. Only a half mile, Sam had said. Only one half mile through the woods to the meeting point beneath the trees. Carefully she stepped forward, her dress catching about her ankles as she made her way towards the trees. Only a half mile and Sam would be waiting with the bag of clothes and small provisions to make it from Hollow Plantation to the next stop. One half mile, beneath the tree.
By Jody Salway 6 years ago in Motivation
Awake
Transcending into sleep there is a moment of conscious release... All the thoughts and worries of the day, with the hope of tomorrow, and a release of simple gratitude for all things that made the day possible... sending what no longer serves me into the dark matter of the universe. Closing my eyes as I drift into a much-needed slumber of solitude. Sleep is just as important as any other element of discovery. For when you sleep, you heal, you process, you connect, you forgive, you unconsciously embrace... everything and the possibilities in everything.
By Leigha Huggins Elliott6 years ago in Motivation
Dear Martha,
Dear Martha, I am well underway in my second week working through Martha Stewart’s Organizing, and I have some feelings. There were a number of tasks this week that involved spending money. I just couldn't swing that at this juncture. I did take to heart many of your other suggestions and I begrudgingly report that my life feels somewhat enriched. Outside of your out of touch suggestions that only wealthy people need to enjoy their piles of money, your organization tips are proving to be very beneficial.
By Kelly Morris6 years ago in Motivation
