Perspective of 2020
What a time to be alive? If you look closely 2020 was a gift.
I know for most of us, it’s been a year. 2020 wasn’t kind to any of us, but yet we are here. We are still standing.
For me, it took me through it. I took hit after hit, it made me bend, but I didn’t break. I couldn’t break because I am rooted to the earth and my ancestors. I have a calling on my life and they guide me everyday. I know my purpose and I am clear why I am here.
I am a healer — who just experienced the most devastating year of my life. I lost so much, but I also gained. I gained perspective on what was happening to us this year. Although to most, 2020 seemed dark and cruel, it was actually a gift. It was an opportunity for us to rest, spend time with those we love, and, most importantly, take a more in-depth look into ourselves. To sit with ourselves and look at the wounds and trauma. To see how we show up for ourselves and those we love. To ask ourselves the questions of who we are and what do we need? Those questions are challenging, but we must dig to find the answers. You will surprise yourself when you realize we are all so focused on others, that we might not know the answers. So I challenge you to find them, jump, dig, and search for you. Self love and self care is not selfish, it’s necessary.
I am excited for a new start, a time to begin again. I believe that everyday is a new day to begin again. So, I no longer set new year resolutions; I set intentions. This year I intend to keep shedding, keep transitioning, and releasing all that is not me.
A few years ago, my daughter challenged me to choose a word for the year. Last year my word was SERVICE. I am proud of what I poured into the world. This year my word is “self - actualization.”
Self-actualization is the complete realization of one's potential, and the full development of one's abilities and appreciation for life.
My intentions for 2021
I will wake up every morning with an understanding that it is a gift.
I will accept myself for who I am and others for who they are.
I will spend more “present” time with my children, wife and family. I will hug them and tell them I love them everyday. They are my WHYs!
I will have a well-developed sense of creativity, sometimes referred to as a “creative spirit”
I will be more intentional about nurturing and maintain deep and meaningful relationships and friendships.
I will laugh daily and not sweat the small and big stuff because I understand it is temporary.
I will take care of my mind, body and soul.
I will continue to walk in my purpose and remove distractions.
I will embrace happiness and gratitude. I understand that my mind and thoughts are my most powerful weapons.
I will continue to spread light and love into others but also pour it into myself.
I will remember that you need darkness to see the light.
i will continue to leave a legacy “within” people.
So I challenge you… What is your word? What are your intentions?
Thank you 2020! Cheers to another new year! XO
Audi Brown