In a society that’s constantly evolving and can be unforgiving, can you really set your boundaries to remain true to yourself?

your aspirations, dislikes, beliefs, sense of self

I’m not gonna lie. It’s hard to be living your truth if your truth offends others. And I think this is where it can get confusing hence we end up allowing someone else’s truth imposed unto us.

Self-awareness is key. It’s not something we can rush but it is everything. And it’s not just about dealing with people, it’s also about being aware of what you’re truly passionate about. Are you pursuing that calling that makes you, truly you?

I gravitate towards arts and crafts. I love my full time work in digital media but all the weekends I spent in my art room as a serial crafter… that’s when I am truly me. I sweat glitters and I love it. Time stops when I mix and match fabric, stitch and sew. I suck at painting and ukulele but I still enjoy it. Just writing about these make me smile. Crafting gives me bliss. It is my true nature and somehow along the way, life has been kind to reveal really good opportunities that allow me to balance my “what should be and what is”.

I feel that our true nature doesn’t care about what we do for a living or how much $$$ we have. Our truest truth only cares about connecting with us. Will you give it a room or let it slip away?

Even the biggest asshole has a story. If the assholery is non-abusive, suspend your judgement and try to be kind – as pleasant and unruffled as possible. Reframe your understanding so their actions don’t touch your soul. Sometimes our emotions can play tricks on us, too.

Don’t get me wrong. It’s hard to be consistent at being kind. It can be pretty infuriating at times. But when being kind is difficult, that’s when it matters most. There are over 100 Ways To Practice Kindness but to me it can be as simple as keeping your mouth shut and your snarky comments to yourself.

That’s kindness : )

“People are often unreasonable, irrational, and self-centered.  Forgive them anyway. If you are kind, people may accuse you of selfish, ulterior motives.  Be kind anyway.” Mother Teresa