“Start Nowhere” Dance
Sometimes You Gotta Start Nowhere
“I’ll be off the grid if anyone needs me.”
If this song does not accurately describe my life lately…!
Some reflections:
My healing journey has not been easy, and there have been big setbacks. When these happen, I tend to go back into old thought patterns and want to throw in the towel, temporarily forgetting about my incredible progress so far.
It often takes outsiders to point out my progress, as it is much more difficult for me to see it myself. I am fortunate that my friends remind me of my progress when I still complain about wanting to give up. :) I continue to remind myself that the sun will still rise tomorrow, and it’s my choice whether I let setbacks define me.
Overall, I feel sooo good as I learn to reject who I thought I had to be and rediscover who I truly am. I’m allowing myself to participate in all the things that bring me joy.
It’s a great feeling to ask myself the question, with every decision I make—big or small: “Do I want to do this?”
If the answer is “yes,” I go for it!
If the answer is “no,” I simply don’t do it. :-)
For me, there is truly no greater freedom than embracing simplicity and minimalism, which allow me to focus on what is truly meaningful to me. Sometimes, you just to “start nowhere” and realize that each day is an opportunity for a fresh start.
“We must be willing to get rid of the life we’ve planned, so as to have the life that is waiting for us. The old skin has to be shed before the new one can come.”
~ Joseph Campbell