Many situations in life are both-and (as opposed to either-or)…in my life, especially this season, there have been moments (too many to count) when I felt powerless.
I believe that I AM powerful.
Shakti is a Sanskrit word meaning power, sacred force, energy, empowerment.
I heard someone recently say that she doesn’t need external empowerment when she has empowerment from within; that resonated with me. Again, both-and…there are moments when the external/additional is valuable, but…
Always, what fuels and carries me is shakti (power/empowerment from within; the very sacred force of heaven).
I AM powerful (inserting raised fist).
I may not agree with or even want what is happening to/around me. I may not like or understand the abrupt and unwelcome changes coming my way; Truth remains: I AM powerful.
I AM powerful not because I can stop negative/hurtful things, but because I do not allow them to define me.
I AM powerful because I process each and every difficult thing so that I can move forward.
I AM powerful because it is the very essence of who I am; a part of my core.
I AM powerful because fill in your personal reminder…to carry you in and through the messy moments.
Shakti (power, sacred force, energy, empowerment) to you my fellow Warrior ~ as we war alongside one other against all negatives intent on keeping us down. Here, for and with, you…always!
Common Day Hero: Harilals, yes, the whole family…I want to express my gratitude for the practical ways you’ve stepped in to help me. In my younger years, I felt so confident and independent. Without realizing it, over time, I allowed that to be taken away…sigh. Daily I’m gaining strength, choosing courage (more than not) and so thankful for all that you continue to be: my prayer warriors, my all-things-practical group, my emergency rescue team (perceived and otherwise!) and my common sense crew when unexpected trauma blindsided me. Today, I dedicate this post to all of you.
