You can do hard things

I can do hard things. Say it out loud, “I can do hard things!”, “I have done hard things, and survived.”

Of course, it is not our favorite part of our life journey, however it is inevitable, that we will need to face difficultly, head on at some point in our life.  Once that difficulty starts to show its face, take some deep breaths and before you react, pause. Pause to repeat, “I can do hard things.”  Too many situations in life, I feel, are swept under a rug and avoided as much as possible. Please, do not continue that way of life for yourself, that way of life is careless and shows no bravery. Confront, as uncomfortable as it may be, difficulty head on, letting it know, you can do hard things. I believe this way of living can build your self confidence, courage and bravery. Ultimately leading  you to build your boundaries that guide your life’s journey.  

Unfortunately so many of us come from a home where discussions were not had and feelings were not talked about. Information may have been hidden in order to “protect” those close to you. Well, I see that as creating a weak human to only grow into an adult not being equipped with needed tools to face the harsh reality that living a life can have. You can do hard things! This then, is leaving a culture of growing adults, needing to quickly start learning and understanding who they are and how to communicate and face difficult life realities. Juggling, work, school, friendships, relationships, and their own growth. Maybe, some of those learnings could start when they are younger, before out on their own. Of course, we can’t help the family we are born into and maybe have no choice but to teach ourselves- You can do hard things!

You can do hard things! You can have those honest and difficult conversations. Open yourself up to those close to you, share struggles, accomplishments, and questions. That is how we bond as humans. Would you like to have a bond with anyone in your life? Share a struggle you have, or have had and share how you overcame it. Talk about therapy being a wonderful and healthy option for you or others in your life. Share how you feel about today or a situation in particular. Parents to children, grown or young, partners, co-workers, children to parents, friendships. Perfection has never been the destination, honesty is the road less traveled and oh so much brighter! Join me! You can do hard things! I can do hard things!