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Some things I recently became aware of in life that hurt me.
Taking regular personal inventory can change your view of yourself and your life.
Codependency: It’s not a favorable trait to have and even a tougher trait to recover from. That dreaded fear of negative emotions has haunted me most of my life. My whole life, I put others before me, even if it jeopardizes my health and well-being. People-pleasing is draining.
Harsh Truth: I have a terrible habit of speaking before I think. I am a lot better than I was six months ago, but I still slip up at times. And I can be brutally honest, which can be good and bad but does need filters.
Advice: I give unwanted advice all the time. It made me come off as a “know it all.” What I learned was just because you “think,” you know what’s best for a friend, loved one, stranger, etc.…NEVER offer advice when they didn’t ask for it. And if they do ask for advice, tread lightly.
Listening: I didn’t realize I sucked at listening. I mean, I suck! My mind runs 100mph, so I’m learning to slow it down and listen to who is talking and not listen to my thoughts of what I’m going to say.
Anxiety: Lord, do I have it, and please take-ith away! I’m learning anxiety can take all sorts of beating on the mind, body, and spirit.
