Most people think of January 1st as a time for new beginnings, a fresh start, and resolutions. For some reason I’ve never totally felt that way about New Years. It’s always been a holiday I enjoy, but it’s never been a day where I feel like I’m starting over. Oddly enough I had my own special “New Years” on June 1st this year. I woke feeling like I was starting with a clean slate. The first half of 2012 was a bit of a whirlwind. Lots of positives, but I also dealt with a few personal struggles as well, as life should throw at you I suppose. “What doesn’t kill you makes you stronger”, right? Yes, absolutely. The fears and anxieties you struggle through and overcome make you stronger. The loss of loved ones you mourn make you stronger. And the never ending love and support from your circle of family and friends also make you stronger.
I have a lot of personal reasons why June 1st felt like I was stepping out of one chapter of life and into another. That feeling of waking up in the morning, drawing back the shades, letting the daylight inside, and smiling as the sun kisses your face. That’s what June 1st brought to me. A sense of calm. A sense of relief. A sense of revitalization. And a sense that I had a new and fresh start. It was a new day of a new month and a new me. Is this what New Years feels like? I wonder… The feeling of being reborn? I felt good inside and out.
I’ve realized that no matter what life throws at you, the good, the bad, and the ugly, that it’s all part of our universe’s greater plan. I have so much to be thankful for everyday. I try hard not to take anything for granted, ever. I also have so many things to look forward to in the next several months that my heart and soul are bursting with excitement. I’m learning to never lose sight of the many positive things in my life and focus less on the negativity and anxiety that life can come with. I truly believe we are ALL stronger than we think we are, and I’m learning to never underestimate my inner strengths and abilities. Never underestimate what you are capable of mentally and physically, you just might surprise yourself.
So with that said, I’m wishing all of my lovely blog readers a “Happy New Year!” Yup, in June! I hope everyone can find a sense of “new” this June the way I did! All it takes is putting one foot in front of the other and expanding yourself to new opportunities. Turn the page and see what the next chapter is. Here’s to a fresh new start!
Xoxo
~SLK