I’m in the middle of reading Womenomics by Claire Shipman and Katty Kay. So far, it’s a
brilliant book, and I hope to go into detail hopefully next week after
convention ends. But one thing that did catch my attention right away was the
fact that these women authors were speaking their truth and being honest with
what they wanted out of life. They want it all: family, work, and a life. And they don’t want to feel
guilty about vocalizing their desires.
All of us want different things. And all of us need different things. The tricky part
is identifying what we want and being honest about it. Maybe you want a more
flexible schedule at work? Maybe you want a life partner that operates at your
level—someone who understands you? Maybe you want a girls’ trip or just a break
from the kids every once in a while? Whatever your wants may be, know that
these desires are coming from within you and that they are true. Even if they
sound unconventional or, gasp, selfish, you must not push them aside. When we
push our desires aside, we are not being honest with ourselves. And what
happens when we’re not true to ourselves? We become resentful towards whoever
“made” us push our desires to the side, resulting in a frustrating and hateful
life. Now, that’s no way to live.
What is your gut telling you? I’m referring to that
mid-section place that tells us when our children might be in danger or when a
project at work might tank. Listen to it. And don’t be afraid of what it is
telling you. Being honest and true to yourself is the best gift you can give
anyone. Your desires may not always sit well with you partner, your parents,
your kids or your boss. But, really, all your love ones want is for you to be
happy. So when you make the choice to be honest with yourself, the change in
your attitude will be undeniable. And once you feel good about your choices,
your confidence will skyrocket making you a person everyone will want to be
around. Respect yourself and your desires and you’ll see how quickly others
will respect you. It’s a win-win!
And remember none of your honest desires are selfish or
strange. They are your own. They are what you need to live a fulfilling life.
They are what you need to be the best person possible. Lies always strangle
themselves. So let your soul breathe starting today.
~Love Loren
