How are you looking after yourself today?
Friday is my self-care day; I do whatever I need to to feel refreshed and charged up to the best I can. We all need to ensure we care for ourselves and show love. SO that brings me to what I’m doing for myself today.
No more grudges
I pride myself on being a strong person; however, I have many weaknesses, and one of them is being able to hold a grudge. If any of you are the same way, then you know that grudges can have a negative impact on your life.
I’m ready to change that behavior!
For me, that means I have to push pride to the side and begin this new journey. Trust me when I say this journey won’t be pretty initially; however, I know it will be in the end.
Today I am looking after myself by taking care of my mental health, by either closing chapters and ending the book or continuing to make chapters that feel right to my soul.
I hope today is beautiful for y’all and you do something that makes your soul smile.
You could have chosen any blog to read, but you chose mine, and I’m honored!
~Belladonna~
So relatable, Belladonna. I was always very resentful but have worked very hard at letting go. It is so tough at times but also so rewarding. Best of luck on your journey.💕
Thank you Grace! It’s such a freeing experience. And yes so tough!
Absolutely. 💕
Trying to fit more walks in, turning down a drink at lunch for a flavored tea (big mistake…too sweet!) flushing with water, and still eat what I want within moderation. Journaling. Got something I needed at the craft store (only because we had “gone to town” for something else. It’s a long way to anything where we are currently staying.
I love sweet tea. I drink it in the summer and I feel like a southern Belle! LOL
Sounds like you had a productive day!
It was alright. I spent the rest of it sick with a diverticulitis attack 😞
Oh no what is that? (running off to google this right now).
I Guess by now you’ve learned what diverticulitis is. I also have a gallstone. Not sure which was giving me grief, but today I’m better! I’ve had a Mexican food dinner, margaritas and even wine, and so far so good. Who knows what triggers the episodes, every time I think I’ve figured it out, I test it and it’s different the next day. 🤷♀️
I can relate! I sure hope you stay feeling well💖
Thank you 😊
Showing love in place of our negative emotions is premium self-care, to which to aspire. On the journey . . .
I hold grudges like there’s no tomorrow. I’m still mad at someone I went to school with when I was five lol. But it’s a habit I’m actively trying to break!
LOLOLOLOLOLOL!!!! Not when you were 5! Girl I am laughing so hard right now and I totally get it. There are some folks that will never be free from my grudge.
Lol glad you get it, some people just tend to piss us off so much 😂
Girl yes they do! LOL
Wow! Wow! Wonderful post as always! Dear Belladona, very inspiring words.
Agree with you, leté put the negative in trash can.
Have a lovely day full of great things!
Thank you Elvira! You are right, put it right in the trash!
Always a pleasure, dear Belladonna.
Agree! Happy Saturday!
I’m a keeper of memories, love, and unfortunately grudges. It’s hard to separate the characteristic of holding on to things from holding on to things that harm us. I try. I fail. I try again. Thanks for the lovely reminder. Hugs, C
I’m with ya girl! I hold to grudges and some will remain just as they are because those particular people mean nothing to me. And I will never forget how they made me feel.
Hugs to you my beautiful friend!
I agree with this philosophy that forgiveness brings us peace.
It sure does! Such a blessing.
🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼
Now Belladonna, this right here: “either closing chapters and ending the book or continuing to make chapters that feel right to my soul,” is a powerful booyah moment sistah! 🤜🏼🤛🏼
Thank you girlfriend!!!!!!! Some books are burned and about to get burned in the trash. LOL
Oh no, not the bonfire! 🤣📚😜🔥😂
Yes! LOL
😎🔥😜 Burn baby burn, disco inferno!!! 🔥😱🔥
I do burn bridges, but while I do hold on to occasional grudge, sometimes, I’ve crossed paths with some that I did have that issue, and just let go like nothing happened…some of those I hated in high school, I’m now friends with…..but, when I do burn bridges, change my life, I, well, don’t look back….well sometimes?
Making amends with the right people is a game changer the rest of the people can stay gone!
👌wow hii
Hi,
I genuinely feel uplifted reading your post today. For some reason, it feels so warm to read all that.. Cheers to you!
Awwww thank you so much for this! I appreciate you so much.
That is the best way to deal with negativity, if any. Beautiful thoughts 👌👌
Thank you so much 😊
Very positive message.
Thank you Vanya!
So true Belladonna ✨
Thank you!
I totally get this. I can create resentments lightening fast, so I always have to be aware of how I feel in relation to anger and frustration. Excellent post, Belladonna.
Right Jeff! It seems like the older I get the faster I’ll drop you. I don’t have a lot of tolerance for crazy behavior. It’s hard to get better.
“I’m ready to change that behavior!” – I love this declaration and affirmation! These choices are ultimately for our wellbeing and everything we hold within only imapcts us. You bring a beautiful enthusiasm and motivation for positive changes in life Belladonna 🙂
Thank you so much!!!! I appreciate you so much and I’m so thankful.
I’m trying very hard to change the things I can.
You are very welcome :))
It is an ongoing journey certainly for me too.
😊 Thank you so much!
Thank you so much 😊
There are and have always been people that I do not like and could care less about, but it has never been something I considered negative as these feelings never interfered with my peace or contentment.
It was a positive aspect to me as I just ignore and keep away from these people.
And when I feel like expressing my attitude toward or about who I do not care for if the moment calls for it when spirit moves me to it is a great and necessary relief of my spoken truths. I feel good energy from it.
I do not see resentment as a weakness. I guess it all depends on the individual and whether or not resentment consumes them or is an advantage to them. We all have our own different outlooks and points of view.
Great positive post, Belladonna❤
Thank you Latoya. Yeah it all depends on the person and what they meant to you.