Poetic Healings 2

We MUST  look to the future with new eyes.
Eyes that are willing to see beyond the obstacles and a will to persevere against all obstacles.

We MUST carry on and remind ourselves that ‘this too shall pass‘.

Life is about freedom, joy, happiness and inner peace regardless of current circumstances.
Any day alive is a blessing.
We are  blessed and  destined for greatness, even when difficulties make us feel hopeless.

We are stars, born to shine and destined for greatness.

Love & Light

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Don’t stand in the way of your light

Now and then we get distracted on our journey .
We need to be reminded of our goals and mission in life.
We find ourselves at crossroads and there are road blocks and mental blocks slowing us down.

There is no shame in that .
We aren’t perfect beings and as such sometimes we lose focus .
The important thing in life is to get back on track and work harder.
There at times when our creative juices stop flowing and we seem to be making no progress.

Don’t beat yourself up over it.
Regroup, strategise and arm yourself for battle. Get back on the saddle and do it for your future.

In life we have hopes and dreams but fear , shame, self doubt and low self-esteem can cloud our vision if we let them.

We need to decide what things and people to keep in our Iives.
We have to be willing to let go and keep moving.
Some changes are needed in order to be successful.

Know what you want in life and go after it. There are times when we will be less motivated but to accomplish anything we can’t stop when things don’t seem to go our way. We have to push on through and persevere.

Our hopes and dreams can become reality. If we want things badly enough then we can’t be standing in our light, we need to be the light.

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Social Dreams

I am a very reflective person by nature which can be both positive or negative depending on what day it is.

I can be very indecisive and a bit of a worrier wasting o much time on everything else except just doing what I love and doing my best.

lately, I have been thinking a lot about my place in this world. Where exactly do I belong and what exactly is my calling. Ever so often I begin to question if I should take a different path but in the end my passion speaks for itself.

Do I have a place in social media? I do not know the answer to that. Who am I and what impact am I having on anyone’s life anyway, other than to bring out my feelings through writing and hope that it may help someone .

Don’t get me wrong, I want to have a positive light in this world and help make it a better place so I try to be conscious and do my best in all things.

This is not to say that I don’t fall short countless times. Sometimes the more I  make a conscious effort to not do certain things or behave in certain ways, I find myself doing them much more than before. This is a point off weakness for me. I am learning to focus instead, on the positive things and the things I would like to do, the person I would like to be to myself and others,  as this tends to work better.

We live in this world where we assume other peoples’ lives are perfect and ours aren’t, so we lust for what we think is perfection. We need to understand that social media is mostly used to  present our best , so most people won’t show the unpleasant side of life, the struggles, the pain. It’s not to say that a lot of people aren’t transparent and that we should bring people down by moaning about our problems either. I guess what I am trying to say is that we can’t look at what every one else is doing or not doing and measure our happiness and peace of mind by such standards else we are doomed to failure and disappointment.

I may not have many likes, followers, subscribers, comments or even reads on social media but when I share anything , it’s because it has helped me in one way or another. I follow people who I can learn from in some way, who give me strength to be myself and do what I want to do. I look on the positive side of it all and take away the best lessons. I don’t use it to compare my life with anyone else’s. Yes, many posts bring me joy, I get to see photos of places I have never been, get a bit of insight into different lifestyles from people around the world and their experiences, with family,  adventure and also their struggles, how they’ve overcome, how they stand up for what they believe in and this gives me hope for the future.

It is through vlogs, blogs, social media and other people openly and lovingly sharing their lives that I have become stronger, more confident and happy in who I am.

Always take the best out of everything. Don’t wish to be anyone else other than who you are. You are  just as important, talented and you can do it. Things may seem impossible right now, but be patient, be persistent and keep believing.

Timing is everything so be wise enough to know where and when to stand.

Love is free so have an open heart and an open mind.

Always find the positive in every situation and hold on and be brave, never losing sight of your dreams.

Creativity

Mission Possible

A Casual Conversation

An unexpected cold has come on from nowhere really.

My head is so stuffy and my nose and throat feel like they are on fire.

My body feels a bit weary , yet my mind is busy, busy going many miles an hour so I’ve decided to slow down for a bit and listen to my body.

This week found me trying to re-evaluate things, reconnect , reflect, do some soul searching  and  a bit of tweaking.

My life these days is filled with finding my creativity and coming up with worth while projects to benefit those I come into contact with.

It’s not always easy and there are always many ideas and sometimes no direction or sense of implementing them.

It can be a bit frustrating when you want to do so much , yet resources are so limited.

Nevertheless, the show must go on and dreams keep coming.

This week I thought I would take a chance to de-clutter my brain and try to find clarity with many things.

There is work, there’s family, relationships, friends, hobbies, dreams and ideas all needing nurturing.

There are many subsets to these compartments in life.

It’s nice to be free and go with the flow, but then one also needs discipline and deadlines to achieve anything.

I figure this is where it begins.

If I want to write, then I need to write more and be consistent.

To maintain relationships, one must find time to ring, text, email and or visit, as time goes quickly leaving room for regrets and ‘what ifs’ .

If I want to be more creative, then I need to open myself to more ideas, different ways of doing things, be open to change and be brave as I allow myself to explore.

There are dreams and aspirations and all those little things that become big things when they drive our passion and desires.

Life is about balance, about love, about looking after ourselves.

This brings me to a new focus which is nothing to do with crazy dieting, but well balanced health.

Eating and drinking right, having enough exercise and sleep.

At this point, sleep is not as straight forward for me as it could be.

I have always had this love -hate relationship with sleep where I love it and would sometimes like more of it especially at nights but it is quite the opposite.

I am a nocturnal person and it can be very difficult to go to bed at a decent time but I do try .

When that doesn’t happen, I try to use my time wisely and productively to create, dream, build and find ways forward.

I know that I only have one body, and as I grow older and hopefully wiser, I appreciate life a lot more than I ever did before.

All the simple things in life make me happy.

I am being more of who I am and I worry less and less of what others may think.

I am more considerate and compassionate.

I am finding my inner child again and dreaming big once more,

I see people for who they are and enjoy trying to get to know and understand them.

I am much more open to other ideas and ways of thinking.

I can listen without imposing my point of view .

I don’t have to argue just because I disagree and this is making life much more easy for me.

I embrace this world , its people, all of creation and I embrace me.

I know this may have been all over the place today and I apologise if I bore anyone but it feels so good just emptying my brain.

With  much love and light

until next time.

Poeticlibran

xx

2014…and the best is yet to come

At this time of year, many people are reflecting and evaluating life and some may find it cliche but for me this is important.

I debated whether I should do ‘yet another year in review style post‘, but the fact is, this is important to me.

2014 has not been without its hurdles and battles but hey, I must have won because on  the Eve of a New Year, I am standing tall.

I have accomplished things I never thought possible.

I have smiled, I have cried, but most importantly I have grown.

This year has taught me how to find inner peace and joy.

I have smiled through many testing situations.

I have learnt patience…though I still have a long way to go.

I have learnt to highlight the positive and ignore the negative.

I have been brave, bold, courageous and strong.

2014 saw the rekindling of old friendships and strengthening bonds.

I have had the courage to be myself and not worry too much about what anyone thinks.

I have opened up in ways I can only dream.

I have grown by leaps and bounds.

I have rediscovered who I truly am.

I have found new interests and hobbies.

I have gained a broader perspective on life .

My passion and desire for many things old and new have resurfaced .

I have enjoyed amazing experiences.

I have visited exciting places.

Major changes have allowed my life’s dreams to become a reality.

2014 will always hold  a special place in my heart.

I became a fiancee in 2014 at Harry Potter World. ( In my eyes, the perfect proposal)

We had a nice holiday with great friends.

We started redecorating our love nest and made a few big joint purchases.

This may not sound exciting but that’s things crossed off our to do list.

Most of all we celebrated  love in many ways, including a wonderful Christmas with family.

One of my  sisters had her first child so I gained another nephew…( number 4)

Though my family is scattered across the globe, I feel blessed for the little ones who will hopefully turn into loving, compassionate adults.

Like everything, there were ups and downs.

There were additions and subtractions as we go out of the old and into the new.

The good memories will be cherished.

The most important thing is to forgive ourself and each other for the times we’ve messed up .

This year I smile with pride as I review my goals and achievement.

My dream board isn’t far off and there are many things on my list I can tick off with a smile.

My heart is happy and I am feeling blessed.

It is with much gratitude I end this year .

I am very happy, joyful, free, at peace, but most of all grateful.

This year is just a glimpse into an amazing year ahead.

Thank you 2014, you have been an absolute eye opener.

You’ve turned me into a dream catcher and you have rekindled my passion for living a full life.

The best is yet to come……

Stepping Stone

 

Sometimes in order to live the life we truly want, without restrictions or being held back, we have to let go.

To let go and move on  can be a very difficult concept because this means getting out of our comfort zone.

In order to move forward, we may have to give it all up and start over. 

It can be a very difficult concept, but if it is what needs to be done, then we have to be focused and carry on.

Having a vision is one thing, actually getting up and being proactive is another.

Change is always scary, no one denies. However, we have to break things up and shake things to restructure our lives.

The journey may not be  smooth and we may have to leave things and people behind, but looking back upon arrival to our destination, one knows it has been worth it.

Always aspire to be the best that you can be. 

Don’t be shy to go after what you desire, regardless of what anyone else may think.

Only you know your potential and your abilities are limitless.

Our mind are powerful tools. Even when the physical body is tired, the mind is still active. In many cases, the mind wills the body back to life.

Go on forward, make waves, jump over hurdles, and then you can enjoy the sand between your toes.

It is true what they say. “Life is what we make it.”

Make it worthwhile.

Enjoy all of creation.

Build your dreams, keep creating, keep aspiring, be inspired.

Do not let anything stunt your growth.

Keep reaching for the light.

Only you know your desires and how badly you want them .

Always have that passion for something.

Give life meaning in whatever situation you find yourself in.

Open your heart and be willing to receive as well as give.

Be open to compliments, to love, to learning, to living abundantly.

Think for yourself, make use of opportunities.

Be fierce and don’t apologies for your strengths.

Embrace your gifts and talents and use them for the good of mankind.

Whatever path you follow, be sure it makes you happy, it brings you peace.

Place your feet on your stepping stone and move towards higher heights.

You are, you can be, you will be.

The question is…

HOW BADLY DO YOU WANT IT?

 

 

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Absolutely Passionate

It is said that if we surround ourself with positive people, we will be much happier and productive.

Well this weekend I was blessed and feel so grateful to have spent quality time with a kindred soul .

Let’s just say that, although our skills are sort of different, some of our interests and ambitions are similar.

I think the universe coordinated this meeting because I needed to put an end to my procrastination . No more dreaming up ideas then abandon them along the way. It’s time to go in guns blazing and get the job done. It’s ‘go big or go home’, time for me .

 

I will tell you exactly where I am coming from because some of you may be able to relate. As a child, I have always had this burning passion, this fire within to go out and do extra ordinary things but fear and (circumstances ) have always pulled the brakes on my plans and intentions. There was always something to get in the way when I started  a new book, started to discover new interests, started doing poetry, when I thought of something new or just  exploring my gifts and talents… The list goes on but I am sure you catch my drift.

More than anything in the world, writing has been that one constant that put fire in my belly. Just as important as   breathing, eating and sleeping,  not just for writing sake, but to create content that will help others to grow in a positive way.

 

This has been my go to place when I felt like my world was coming apart (looking back, fear surely stunted my growth) However, I am thankful for another opportunity to quench that fire inside of me. there is so much to learn, to experience and to give in the form of writing but I allowed self-doubt, other people’s opinions and every factor that would work against me to cloud my judgement and shy away from what I know I am more than capable of achieving.

I now understand that in life there will always be criticism. Everyone will not agree with you, nor share your opinion and ambition. That’s okay! We were created to be unique anyway. 

In the end, no matter how many self-help books we read, videos we watch, workshops we attend, if we do not take that step forward, everything will remain in the pipeline and corrode. Lets not create a state of stagnant, but allow for things to flow.

It’s time for action.

It’s that time!

A lot of people may suggest that you aren’t capable or worthy. I am here to say to those people to put up or shut up! If you have nothing positive to say, then be quiet.

I am not trying to be mean here at all, but I have come to the point where I know for a fact that many a time when everyone else thinks that the timing is wrong, it’s just about the right time to seize the opportunity and run with an idea. In this life we have to be ruthless, fearless, determined and inspired. 

 

There are times when our well of inspiration runs rather dry and someone comes along and inspires us to be all we can be, so be a dream catcher.

It’s not about fantasy but putting our shoulders to the wheel to create, create, create. Like everything there is a season and this is the season for creating, growing, learning and moving forward.

At times, one comes to the point in life, where he or she is  fed up of making the same mistakes, being stagnant in life,  accomplishing  nothing, being scared of all the ‘what ifs’, of what others may say, of failure. It’s time if I may borrow from the NIKE quote, to”Just do it”.

 

If you want to come along with me to the journey of making dreams come true, building not breaking, creating and succeeding, then let’s do this together. This is my time and if it is yours, then come along and if it isn’t , all the best when you begin your journey.

I feel enlightened and inspired because there is a fire burning within.The Universe has spoken. 

It’s my time to do what it takes to get to where I need to be.

It’s my time to spend more time on things that will build me not distract me.

It’s my time to surround myself with people who have goals and dreams in life and are willing to take bold steps forward.

It’s time to put the seed into the ground.

I am willing to invest so I can harvest.

 

 

The fire that burns my passion

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Progress Bullies

Anyone can say and do anything but it is up to us how and if we react.
Some people have self issues, and in order to disguise them, they become bullies. They abuse others verbally and even physically.

There comes a point where we need to take a stance.
We have to work on our own self confidence and know how to deal with inner conflicts so those issues don’t eat away at us. Know that no matter what’s going on outside,  we can be always free and happy within.

Once we know our worth,  then we don’t allow other people to dictate how we feel and what we do. We may empathise with people,  but not to the degree where it affects us negatively.

Know who you are, say your name in the mirror if you have to.
” I am…. and I am worthy. I can do anything I set my mind too. I am loved and I love myself no matter what. I was created for greatness and I am destined for greatness!”

Be your own champion, cheerleader and motivator.  Don’t be bullied,  don’t be a bully. Stand up tall.
Keep your goals close to your heart and keep striving towards them. Some may say you can’t but you’ve got to know in your heart that you can.  Nothing is impossible if you want it bad enough,  if you’re patient enough and passionate enough to have that determination.

Hold your head up high. There are many naysayers who will try to slow you down or shut you down but keep going.
Leave the doubters by the wayside. Shut those bullies up with your progress.

Surround yourself with positive people and never lose sight of your vision.

Remember,  no one can make you feel anything less than you are,  unless you give them permission.
Be you, be free, go out and be the best that you can be.

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