As I begin week four of Tools, I cannot believe how much I have changed. It is not that I have changed into a different person, someone that I don't recognize. No, on the contrary, I am beginning to recognize the person that is my best self emerging little-by-little.
I catch glimpses of her as I smile and say hello to myself in the morning. She is there and she loves and accepts all that I am.
No, in these past three weeks I have grown into forgiveness of my past mistakes, my past fears, my past ignorance of my greatness.
I have learned that fear is not only false evidence appearing real, but it is a thief and a robber of my true self. I would not welcome a thief into my home to plunder and pilfer my worldly possessions, so it is utterly ridiculous for me to say "hey, fear, come on in. Take what you want. It doesn't matter. I don't matter. There is nothing important in this place of my soul."
Instead, in just three short weeks, I have looked fear dead on made the calls that I needed, saw the people that required my attention, dreamed the dreams that my soul needs to nourish itself. I have gotten in the game, balanced my checkbook, organized my office, and pruned those who do not value me from my life.
It is amazing how brave I have become in just three weeks.
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Encouragment
Thanks Gwyn in the process of telling us what has been happening for you, you are giving me the encouragment of knowing where I am going to be in another couple of weeks. I find the whole process so exciting.
Bek
Wow!!
You go girl! You are an absolute inspiration to me. I am in the middle of trying to purge a not-so-good-for-me boyfriend....who just won't get the hint. It's a painful process, but reading your post has really made me feel empowered and inspired to "keep on truckn'!" Thank you so much!
INSPIRATIONAL
I am on day 2 of the program and what you have said has both inspired me to really go for it and feel the love of another fellow human being sharing. Great stuff. Thankyou. Russ.
Fabulous reflections
Each day is wonderful. It's amazing to look back and admire the changes.
Congratulations on your positive changes!
cp
Well said!
Inspiring
I loved reading your story. Thanks for sharing Gwyn.
I'll have what she's having please:)
Uncovering your lost inner self by week three? That must be amazing. I don't know that I'd even recognize that person I was, when hope and excitement ruled my days. I had such a positive outlook then. Congrats to you.