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Whether it be someone you love, someone you work with, or a complete stranger, acknowledging their unseen burdens creates compassion not just for them, but also for you. Last week is too. All the mistakes, failures, poor choices, and the things we wish we could do over, they are gone. Today stands before us with arms wide open. Oftentimes, we are the only ones standing in our way of a better day, a better week, a better way of life. See more:  Emma Chamberlain sad boi your shirt

There is always room for kindness. It doesn’t take much effort. A smile for someone who is not smiling even when you don’t feel like smiling. It’s contagious. Give it a try. And mostly be kind to yourself. Give yourself some slack. Remember how far you’ve come and how much easier it is to get to where we’re going when we’re together. But at age 42 I wanted to believe it wasn’t too late to be kind to myself. Although old habits die hard, I decided to try. See more:  A girl who really loved books and cats it was me the end shirt

Loving myself despite my failures, flaws, and imperfections gave my children permission to love themselves as is. Each time I pulled myself back up from a fall, my soul shined boldly and bravely. And my loved ones breathed a sigh of relief knowing mistakes were not the end of the world not the end of the world at all. They were a beginning, a chance to shine bravely and boldly in the light of imperfection and grace. See more:  I’m not clumsy it’s just the floor hates me the tables and chairs shirt

Her response reminded me of a pivotal moment in My house is an Elf free zone there’s enough Tiny little assholes messing up my house already shirt one morning for speeding. I saw my dad drive past on his way to work. All day I was nervous about what was going to happen. He did not guilt, berate or belittle me. He talked to me about the repercussions of speeding and what would happen if I was stopped again. Am doing matric next year and I can’t say am excited about it, more pressure.  See more:  My house is an Elf free zone there’s enough Tiny little assholes shirt

Maybe the connection between Rick and Morty I’m not arguing I’m explaining why I’m right sunset retro shirt, remember the power of presence. Remember you don’t have to have all the answers or the ability to fix a troubled heart. Sometimes our mere presence is enough. Simply say, Can I sit with you? I love you and want you to know I’m here for you. Our mere presence has the power to change a dismal situation into one of hope. Early on in my journey to be a fully present and joyful participant of my life, I found it difficult to oblige when my daughter said, Stay a little longer.  See more:  Rick and Morty I’m not arguing I’m explaining sunset retro shirt

Children have an innate ability to bring joy to others. I love that you all go to the nursing home and visit not just Annie – but you extend a hug to others there too! Thank you to your little girl. For so many reasons I can’t even begin to explain. I can’t begin to imagine what the effects of mother nature are having on communities right now. To be able to go that step further for others right now – well. She is a special little girl with an amazing family. Buy it here:  Mac Miller keep your memories alive all album shirt Home:  https://t-shirtat.com/

It will give us a chance to hang out and talk after her first day. And because there are just some things that shouldn’t be faced alone, I believe this: We rarely have the ability to fix someone else’s dire situation, but we always have the ability to show up and say, If your boat is going down, I am going down with you. Thinking of those experiencing an unprecedented flooding disaster in the Gulf Coast region. Buy it here:  They are not chickens they’re my feathered children shirt Home:  https://t-shirtat.com/

 Thank God for your talented words to encourage us. I am one who is out there in a challenging situation, weary every day, wondering if it’s worth it. A place where tears come easily and souls feel trapped. Thank you for the reminder, I’m so thankful for you out there speaking truth and love. This was my choice. It is now many years later, and I have chosen to call that nursing home my place of employment. I feel like it’s home, I adore my residents and love to hear about their life. Buy it here:  I’m not a person you should put on speakerphone shirt Home:  https://t-shirtat.com/

Will it make the situation better or worse?  A 3-second pause can save a morning, spare some pain, and prevent regret. A genuine inquiry: How is your day going? With that, this man knew I was a safe place to share his heartache. My child is twelve now. Beating myself up over past mistakes only deprives me of knowing her today. And today it is my mission to know her more. I could tell you accepted me. Buy it here:  Koi we’re just two lost souls swimming in a fish bowl vintage shirt Home:  https://t-shirtat.com/

Still tearing up just thinking about it. Feeling so guilty because my girls left for school still angry. I love that the list was just small enough to fit on my iPhone screen to allow a screenshot! I was walking with a friend who’s lost a lot of weight this year by staying true to a program, eating right, and exercising. Buy it here:  Harry Potter my Patronus is a Bulldog shirt Home:  https://t-shirtat.com/

I labored under the illusion that to be a good mother, I must martyr myself and give up everything for them. It’s been tough going, it’s a lifetimes work that will always be in progress but it’s never too late. I have been following and reading your posts for a year patiently awaiting the book release! I’ve got an email confirmation saying it’s going to arrive in a week or so! I find your words so inspiring and moving. It didn’t feel fixable. Sometimes the mountain of damage feels overwhelming, and I begin to believe I’ll never repair what I broke. See more:  My daughter is turning out to be exactly like me well played Karma shirt

I have a little girl that needs me to adopt a The Nightmare to my daughter never forget that I love you life is filled with hard times and good times learn from everything you can be the woman I know you can be love mom shirt. I need to work on something to help with this. It can ruin a great day. It is good enough for today. In exactly one week, my latest work of heart. I will remember your words as I go through the rest of my day and try to turn it around. Thank you for always being a blessing to us. See more:  The Nightmare to my daughter never forget that I love you life is filled shirt

I did the next best thing and sent them a photo. Nothing could have prepared me for the reply I received. My parents wrote: Thank for this precious picture of our beautiful granddaughter. Over the last two years, we have seen a tremendous change in her. We no longer see a scared look in her eyes. I have just been given uninterrupted time. I will ask my child or loved one a question. See more:  Grinch cup of fuckoffee one splash of no one cares a dash of kiss shirt

The author reminds us, reminds me, that I can just keep showing up with a wide-open heart, be present for the people in front of me, and forgive myself. It’s okay; I forget too. But today, let’s look after ourselves just as we do our loved ones. Perhaps we can make it a habit. Even the one who holds up the world needs a reprieve. And we’ll never find out just how much we can grow and flourish until we take time to tend to what is most precious. See more:  Jack Skellington nice hot cup of fuckoffee shirt

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So needed. I like how you include it Dorothy and Alice I love weed to the moon and back shirt, but the implementation seems too big. Thanks for breaking it down. This is so true. Just wish I practiced it when my children were small. Thank you! Your words speak to my soul. You have such a gift to identify with others & provide positive direction. I’m very thankful for your posts & your books. You are a gift. Thank you so so much, Rachel, you are just so real! The struggles that you are shared are exactly the struggles I have. See more:  Dorothy and Alice I love weed to the moon and back shirt

You are precious, Sheelagh, just like Grinch my dogs are the reason I wake up every morning really freakin’ early every single morning shirt. I know it’s hard to give it to yourself, but I hope that today you will make it a priority. Even for just a little bit. I remember reading this the first time you shared it when life was really tough and I just couldn’t see a way out. While things have come a long way since then, what I have noticed is that’s it’s not only our children who absorb what we are putting out.  See more:  Grinch my dogs are the reason I wake up every morning shirt

Decide if it’s a battle worth fighting. If it isn’t, take a DA Bears bye bye bye see you again next season shirt. If it is, speak in a tone that can be heard. Listen in a way that conveys their voice holds value. Think to yourself: That’s someone’s baby. That’s my baby. Seeing him or her as a human being who is learning and growing can offer a shred of patience and perspective to get you through a trying moment.  See more:  DA Bears bye bye bye see you again next season shirt

That is such a beautiful affirmation. I will be saving that. Your posts always bring me to tears, it’s like you’re reading my mail. The trouble was, my joy was based on external factors. Because when we mask the pain, we mask the joy. I need to put this up on my mirror, on my wall and tattoo it across my forehead. Thank you. When we mask the pain, we mask the joy. See more:  Papa is my name fishing is my game shirt

I really appreciated this post. I’m one who has no career nor a Budweiser and watch my team beat your team’s ass shirt, raised two kids and a husband, and that has been my accomplishment’ in life. I have no real special talents, but I do notice people in distress, and I do come alongside them. I consider myself a drop in a smooth glassy lake, causing a ripple that goes on to affect the whole lake with actions that are kind. I’m not always kind, but I do notice the ones who are broken and in need, and zone in on those people.  See more:  Budweiser and watch my team beat your team’s ass shirt

Ten years from now it won’t really matter what Sorry I can’t it’s tech week shirt, how your hair looked, or what brand of clothes you wore. What will matter is how you lived, how you loved, and what you learned along the way. You can disappoint people and still be good enough. You can fail and still be smart, capable, and talented. You can let people down and still be worthwhile and deserving of love and admiration. We all make mistakes sometimes. Take a deep breath. You are allowed to be human.  See more:  Sorry I can’t it’s tech week shirt

Be kind and help others to be kind. I always leave mine with “try your hardest and be kind to others, your dad and I will always be proud of you. I was in tears before you said that, and the fact that you took the time to care will echo in my heart for a long time. Keep on being a light in the world. You will change lives because you have already changed mine. See more:  Deadpool fuckoff sorry I mean good morning shirt

Yesterday, after a night that my oldest kiddo was discovered to have Shark shuh duh fuh cup doo doo doo shirt with her schooling. I asked her to tell me her daily affirmations, and she said: I’ve been messing up so much, I don’t need to. Thank you so much, Rachel! I needed every single word that you wrote. Everyone does. I really needed to read this today. Thank you for writing and sharing your soul with all of us. It’s truly a blessing. I love that you post to show up in my feed at just the right time and just the right topic/words. See more:  Shark shuh duh fuh cup doo doo doo shirt

Sending love to your sister-friend and to you. Your words are so powerful. I agree. Thank you for this. My heart is broken and I have a pit in my stomach. I’ve been watching my kids play this morning completely unaware of what happened and I wonder about their future. Fear is taking over. But your post gave me hope and the strength to get through the day. Today, on the day my husband was let go from his job, we are thankful that is all we have lost. See more:  Sunset obsessive chicken disorder shirt

Your writing speaks to me where I’m a simple woman yoga coffee and bulldog shirt know I needed it. I appreciate your sharing of your heart and broken pieces. This has been my affirmation for a few weeks! Now that I do, it brings me great joy to show others small steps they can take to live a more present and joy-filled life. I’ve been needing to hear/see these words. IOh wow. I realize I am one of the guilty ones. Thank you! Makes me think of you and your sweet creations with spreading love & positive affirmations. See more:  I’m a simple woman yoga coffee and bulldog shirt

I ordered my note to self today in the form of one of your brackets only love today. It will be my reminder to breathe and be open to all good things thank you for opening your soul and setting examples for all of us who struggle and need encouragement. Just ordered myself the lavender only love today bracelet. I can’t wait for it! I gained a lot of weight the summer before middle school and got stretch marks. I was ashamed. While my parents worked, my sister Rebecca took me to the neighborhood pool. See more:  Sunset hold my beer I gotta pet a cat shirt

You, my lovely, are #1! Thank you for being so enough! Speaking to me again just when I need it. I have been feeling like I’m falling short so much lately it is hard to remind your self how much you’ve accomplished when you feel like there’s so much more you need done or maybe something you feel like you should not have done. Thanks for the reminder we are all human. And that we need to be a little easier on our selves and learn to complement our selves also. See more:  Grinch people think I’m nice until they work with me at Spar shirt

I didn’t do as well as I hoped, but I’ll keep trying, he heard his father say. My pants are a little tight around the waist, but I am not going to let it stop me from having fun with the family today, she heard her sister say. We don’t have to agree on everything, but we always need to be kind, he heard his teacher say. I am going to be me and let her be her, she heard her grandmother say.  See more:  I don’t believe in you either Santa shirt

Just letting one cargo left would make Obama loving NRA fighting latte sippin yoga practicin NPR listening flaming liberal shirt. Until I stopped and waved them through. You could see the look of relief and thanks on their face. My son said you let them go? And I said yes, they just needed one person to be nice and let them through. And he said and they got you today. That was so kind of you mommy. It starts with the kids. They learn from what they see, not from what you say.    See more:  Obama loving NRA fighting latte sippin yoga practicin NPR shirt

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