"Just Because" Weekly Wisdom

 

When was the last time you changed something in your routine?

The last time was when I changed my laundry detergent. I have always gotten the same laundry detergent my parents got, because they are older and wiser and that's what a daughter does. Until the daughter doesn't anymore and navigates her own way and wants to try something different. I am a creature of habit and have taken all the nuggets of wisdom from my parents and applied them to my own life. Makes sense right?  They have lived longer than me and know more than I do.  But what if I did something different or tried to do something my own way?  Would they be mad?  Will it fail?  Will I fail?

Just because things are always done a certain way, doesn't mean you can't question it and try out something new. It can be scary, the unknown always is but it can also be exciting. I think all moments of life prove to us all that things don't always have to be done the same way.

Changing things up is good!  I know I am a creature of habit and have found making little tweaks in my routine has resulted in improvements. I am saving time, saving money and eliminating excess steps or things I don't really need. I am realizing just because I have always done things a certain way doesn't mean it has to stay this way - and it applies to all areas in my life. My home, my work, my relationships have all benefitted by mixing things up. I am always open to eliminating things that do not serve a purpose anymore and embrace those things that do. There have been some failures of course, but I can always go back to what worked before. No big deal!  I won't know unless I try. 

By all means, stick to things that are working for you but don't be afraid to try it a different way. It is what makes your life yours and yourself uniquely you. 

#Freedom | #EmbraceTheHellYeah

AE

“Rise” Weekly Wisdom

 When was the last time you did or said something to lift someone up, without expecting anything in return? Did you regret it?

When I started working in retail, part of my training was to greet and say hello to every person I encountered during my day at work. I had never done this before. I remember working in the hospital and walking down a long hallway with one other person coming toward me and neither one of us acknowledging each other. This happened all the time and now looking back, I am so mad at myself for not being the one who took the initiative to say hello. Why didn't I just do it? 

Now, I find myself greeting everyone I encounter all day, every day and everywhere. It has trickled into my everyday life:  at the gas station, at the hair salon, at the vet. I am throwing out hellos and smiles like I am getting paid $1000 for each one. I do not give one thought to wanting something in return. Some people do not respond back, some people look at me like I have lost my mind and some people give me all the feels with a smile of their own. 

I have never regretted smiling, saying hello or giving out a compliment to a complete stranger or someone I know.  Everyone is going through something, and even though I have no idea what it is, I know am going to be a second of positivity in their life at that moment and lift them up.

#Freedom | #EmbraceTheHellYeah

AE

"Three Things" Weekly Wisdom

Three simple sentences and three simple acts. Didn't this quote make you smile?

I think it is important to be grateful instead of humble. Being grateful is being truly thankful and in appreciation of the kindness that surrounds you. Don't hide behind the word humble. I believe no one  is really humble. But I will believe you when you tell me you're grateful. 

I need to eat more vegetables!  Why is it so hard? Damn. We all need to eat more vegetables! Vegetables make our insides and outsides so healthy. Why do we pass up the amazing vitamins, minerals and antioxidants for the other crap we eat each day? Get at least 5 servings a day!  We are not getting any younger, but vegetables will help us look and feel younger. 

Love others. Love them like they have never been loved. Hug them and hug them tight. Tell them. Show them. Give them your time. It's never too late. And you can never love enough...

#Freedom | #EmbraceTheHellYeah

AE