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Did you ever do something that you thought no one would understandā¦in factā¦you felt like everyone would think you were crazyā¦and that you had done the exact opposite of what you should have done?
Wellā¦I haveā¦and noā¦Iām not gonna tell you what it wasā¦you didnāt tell meā¦and yesā¦there have been many thingsā¦but this is about one in particularā¦geezā¦you interrupt more than Berthaā¦
Any wayā¦it was one of those things that I just kept to myselfā¦because I honestly didnāt think anyone would understandā¦I even thought they might be disappointed in meā¦or think me foolishā¦
Soā¦it was with caution that I shared my action with a close friendā¦(yesā¦youā¦there in Mexicoā¦drinking coffee)ā¦and instead of being criticalā¦even that criticism that we thinly disguise as concernā¦she said the most amazing thingā¦Janeā¦I trust your heartā¦I trust that you know whatās best for youā¦
You could have knocked me over with a flamingo featherā¦no one had ever told me that they trusted me to know what was best for meā¦wellā¦Bertha says sheās been trying to tell me that for yearsā¦I was just too busy listening to other people to hear herā¦hmmmā¦
The few other people I toldā¦were much more clipped in their responsesā¦they did refrain from eye rolling and tongue waggingā¦at least in my presenceā¦but I knew they were thinkingā¦she made a mistakeā¦I donāt know why she did thatā¦I would never have done thatā¦
And they probably wouldnāt haveā¦but they werenāt meā¦and they didnāt have all my thoughts and feelingsā¦hopes and dreamsā¦and previous life experiencesā¦that all played into my decisionā¦
My friendās response gave me much to think aboutā¦firstā¦she was rightā¦I had made the right decisionā¦I did know what was best for meā¦Iām glad that I took the actionā¦no regretsā¦
But it also reminded me of the times that I too have used my own narrow lens when viewing anotherās actions/decisionsā¦that I have thoughtā¦I would never have done thatā¦instead of sayingā¦Friendā¦I trust your heartā¦you know whatās best for youā¦and I am remorseful for thatā¦
So in conclusionā¦Iād like to sayā¦whatever you are dealing withā¦whatever timid actions you are takingā¦not knowing if youāll have the support of your loved onesā¦listen carefully to your heartā¦and follow itā¦I trust your heart to know whatās best for youā¦and so should youā¦
Jane
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Such a very important lesson Jane! You are so wise!
Thank you, Edie. I suppose I have wise friends…and I'm learning to listen to them. Thanks for being one of my wise ones!
Once again Jane, you are singing my tune. I was just thinking about this EXACT thing on my morning meditation/walk… Ahhhh the validation. Thank you!
I LOVE and adore what your friend said – that is priceless.
Once again you touched my heart. I love you always and thanks for the gentle reminders that make my day a little happier.
Seeing the wonderful choices you make for your own life gives those of us who love you the courage to step out of the boxes we have crammed ourselves into and take a chance as well. Thank you for the inspiration.
Jenn…I love serendipity…and yes…a priceless statement by a priceless friend!
Cheri…thank you for trusting me for me…you encourage and inspire me, just thinking of you!
Betty…thank you so much for your comment…sometimes it doesn't feel so wise in the thick of things…always glad to get the perspective of time…love who you are and how you are taking care of yourself…
Jane , it is so amazing how many times you have encouraged me with just the right words , a hug or a warm squeeze of the hand. I love you chickadee š
Back at you Cheri…back at you!
It’s a wonder when those you thought were your friends step up to it and prove they are.
Keep paying attention to your self and take responsibility for your own life. Laugh and Love. There’s not much else you should do while you’re here. š
Beautifully stated Agneta. Thanks for visiting and commenting…so appreciate you!