My friends and I often talk about how much weight we need to lose, what we once were like, and what we were once able to do. It leaves me feeling less than whole. It’s as if I’ve declined in ways I didn’t want to and might never return.

What if, just for today, you and I accept the length of our hair, the lines on our faces, the number on the scale, the amount in the bank account?

What if, just for today, we actually liked ourselves just as we are?

What if, just for today, we stayed in this moment with no regrets, anxiety, or lack?

Starting today, I am enough. I look like someone who has had my life experiences, came through the challenges, embraced the joys, and now approves of myself exactly as I am.

What will make you happier inside is not likely to be under the Christmas tree or otherwise gifted to you. It isn’t among today’s deals from Amazon…  although it does come with free shipping.

As the book title says, happiness is an inside job.

If you want to be happier from the inside, you can start by looking yourself directly in the eye. Stay in front of that mirror until you can give yourself a smile, release the tension, and watch the lines fall away. Laugh as if you know joy somewhere deep within and acknowledge yourself at your core. You are no one’s victim.

We are strong in ways we never knew existed when we were younger.

Enjoy your day, beautiful. You’ve earned it.

Mary

PS A little stocking stuffer I am offering is 50% off readings booked by December 31. Hope you’ll take advantage!