Monthly Archives: May 2012

Awful April has come and gone and May falls somewhere between moderately moody and marvelous. There are moments of joy and moments of heart-wrenching sadness and lots of moments that are somewhere in between. It’s progress.

What I’m slowly starting to accept is that healing is a process and not a destination. I am where I am and that’s OK. I’m sitting with the confusion and the pain and the questions. I do not have life figured out. I do not have love figured out. I do not have my faith figured out. I do not have my career figured out. And finally, I do not have myself figured out. But I’m trying.

My heart goes out to everyone who’s feeling, healing and dealing. Living their questions, taking risks, being vulnerable, learning and growing. You are not alone and you are brave. Here’s hoping for a joyful June, jazzy July and awesome August (I <3 alliteration…even in my deep/contemplative moments).

xoxo

Faith is walking face first and full speed into the dark

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“There’s a reason we refer to “leaps of faith” – because the decision to consent to any notion of divinity is a mighty jump from the rational over to the unknowable, and I don’t care how diligently scholars of every religion will try to sit you down with their stacks of books and prove to you through scripture that their faith is indeed rational; it isn’t. If faith were rational, it wouldn’t be – by definition – faith. Faith is belief in what you cannot see or prove or touch. Faith is walking face-first and full-speed into the dark. If we truly knew all the answers in advance as to the meaning of life and the nature of God and the destiny of our souls, our belief would not be a leap of faith and it would not be a courageous act of humanity; it would just be… a prudent insurance policy.”
― Elizabeth Gilbert, Eat, Pray, Love

Would you pay to read the hardcover of your biography?

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“If you wouldn’t pay to read the hardcover of your biography, you should rethink what you’re doing with your life.”
-John T Unger

Trust in something – your gut, destiny, life, karma, whatever

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“Again, you can’t connect the dots looking forward. You can only connect them looking backwards, so you have to trust that the dots will somehow connect in your future. You have to trust in something – your gut, destiny, life, karma, whatever. This approach has never let me down and it has made all the difference in my life.”
-Steve Jobs

Cute Cake!

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Just because…nom nom nom

Say yes to the adventure of life

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I find the following personal manifesto written by the fabulous Gala Darling to be so inspiring that I’ve printed it out and hung it next to my desk (I’ve made bold the parts that particularly resonate with me):

“Strive to always be thankful and optimistic. Focus your gaze on what is good and positive; never dwell on the negative. Do not allow life to make you cynical or closed off. Remaining open and true to yourself is a life-long adventure, & the only one worth having.

Choose to see the best in people. Strike up conversations with strangers. Never be afraid to ask for what you really, really want. To love, purely and fiercely, without agenda, is the most terrifying and rewarding thing you will ever do. Travel is essential to the spirit. A pair of great shoes means nothing if you have an ugly heart.

Try your hardest not to judge anyone else; it never leads anywhere good. Always avoid tabloids and gossip, they destroy the soul. Be kind and loyal. Many things in this world are more important than money. Always trust your intuition, always. Rescue animals, it will strengthen your heart. Never delight in anyone else’s misery. Trust in others.

You are your own best investment. Believe in the magic of a new day and a fresh start. Follow your bliss. Do more of what you love. Always do the best you can. Create your own family and care for them ferociously.

When people offer you opportunities that scare you, say yes: It’s the very best way to grow. You are never as stuck as you think. Stay eager. Love yourself. Say yes to the adventure of life.”

-Gala Darling