I could really use some help with all of this blogging business…like, what is the tabs thing?

And how do you get pictures and such up? You’d think I could figure it out since I created my own website and do all kinds of other technical things…oh well…

In the meantime, todays topic is frustration.

Each day I get up and plan to approach the day with a positive outlook. And, for the most part, I do feel that way. But, for god’s sake, situations arise unexpectedly (but maybe not actually) that just rattle my cage!

For instance, how can a ex husband, although not in my physical space, invade it with such enormity?

Those of us who have thought about this path, are going through this tunnel or who have completed the journey to the other side, certainly know what this is all about. And then there are the onlookers who say “At least you don’t have to deal with him/her anymore”…

Weeeellllll, not exactly. If you have children, and I do, this is not a closed book. Deep breath.

Mind you, each day I choose to live in the moment. I love my new life. And am grateful to have the choice to make my own decisions.

I already feel better.

Self validation is the key to getting through this. External validation has its merits but ultimately you need to like yourself and love yourself. And if you have pets. Talk to them. They are the best listeners and the least judgmental.

“When we consistently suppress and distrust our intuitive knowingness, looking instead for authority, validation, and approval from others, we give our personal power away.”

Shakti Gawain