Notes to Myself

This summer, I have learned a few things:

• Be kind - always!
• Be true to your essential, authentic self!
• Be curious and open to whatever serendipity (the universe) drops in your lap. And be willing explore all the options. 
• Creativity can get you a long way toward solutions.
  
• I am grateful for the helpers - the people who really care, who go above and beyond to make the world a better place. 
  
• Stubbornness serves you to a certain point - it keeps you going long past the stage you would have otherwise quit. However, there often comes a time when bullheadedness is no longer helpful and can be, in fact, detrimental. Finding the sweet spot is the key. 
• You never know when it will be the last time you do something that was second nature, part of your daily routine, and that you took for granted. 
• Wear the shorts/swimsuit/tank top/etc. Don't let others body-shaming judgment influence your personal style or comfort. Life can be uncomfortable enough - no need to sacrifice it for the prejudice of the small minded. 
•  At some point, we will all need assistance - leave your embarrassment and shame behind.
• No matter how many ways you try to communicate something - as clearly as possible - some people will never hear or understand you. And that is OK. 
• Begin and end each day with gratitude.
  

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