Never Give Up

You are driven, focused, & moving forward. Things are beginning to happen for you. All is going well & then BAM, it happens: people begin to walk away! Yes,this happens to most who dare to step out & live their dreams! 

     Everyone cheering you on in the beginning won't be cheering when you reach the finish line. Some of your loudest cheerleaders will be the very ones to drop out of the race. I'm not writing this to discourage but to prepare. YOU must be your loudest cheerleader & most loyal fan! In pursuit of my own goals, I have lost people who I thought were my support system. But, this isn't the worst that can happen. I believe that EVERYTHING occurs for a reason. I believe even more deeply, that the people who are SUPPOSED to be with you, will be!! 

     What doesn't inspire you to move forward holds you back! Dead weight right? What you must realize is that everyone cannot handle your success. You have to love YOU enough to let go of THEM! Don't let guilt, or fear, or uncertainty, cause you to lose out on your fulfillment! If you are serious about enjoying your life, pace yourself & go for it! If not, others & their negativity will drag you down.

     Balance is key in the pursuit of a goal. Never neglect your health. You must make exercising, healthy eating, water consumption, rest/relaxation, and fun MORE important than anything else! Without your health you cannot accomplish anything! On another note, do not neglect your responsibilities (kids, spouse, job, bills).  Your children need hugs & stories read at night. Your spouse needs those inappropriate touches you steal when your kids aren't looking & the late night "cuddling" (clears throat) you love to engage in. The simple things still matter. Balance matters for your loved ones, for your sanity, & for your success.

No matter who comes & goes, keep moving forward. Sometimes the road you think you're going to take ends up being a detour. Trust yourself & the higher power you rely on to guide your way. Your path is your path & everyone cannot handle what that entails. So when you reach a milestone & turn to find your loudest cheerleaders M.I.A., you will be prepared. You will move on! "Can't stop, won't stop!"