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I Want To Be A Phoenix 🐦‍🔥


There’s a shift happening in our lives…. BIG changes are on our horizon.  This post isn’t going to reveal much about what is coming but more about why these changes are happening (and needed).  


It is in our most difficult of experiences that we can find our greatest lessons and opportunities for growth and transformation. When we learn how to fix something in ourselves or to heal something that has been hurting or ailing us - we gain knowledge and wisdom that far surpasses any classroom or any instructional material. It is in these REAL living experiences that we truly learn the most from.  


For me, healing wasn’t just physical healing, there was also emotional healing from living and dealing with so much stress and unforgiveness.  Others may need healing from dealing with narcissistic abuse, toxic relationships or high controlling experiences.  What I’ve learned is all types of healing is possible with the right approach and mindset.  


Whatever it is that has shaken your life, greatly tested you, nearly killed you or created your greatest challenges - this is where you are called to learn how to fix it or heal it.   Then it’s time to teach and help others to do the same. That may be your purpose, the main reason you are here, perhaps your calling is to help others survive the unsurvivable. Consider that.


During my personal healing journey I’ve learned that the most beautiful souls are those who walked out of the fire, then returned with water for those still in it….you know who you are 💕. I hope to be that person for someone someday too.  


The other day I posted a picture on Facebook that said “When you come out of the storm you won’t be the same person that walked in.  That’s what the storm is all about.”   For me, this might be the truest statement (quote) I’ve seen in a very long time, maybe ever.  It really resonates with me.  There is a lot of truth in Chris Wark’s BC/AD (before cancer/after diagnosis) quote that I’ve referenced in previous blogs.  This new season that I’m in has been exciting but definitely different.  God has placed new people and new opportunities in my life and I’m excited about this.  


Sure, things have changed and old friends and people have left but that’s just part of my season…making room for new friends, new people and new opportunities.  It’s just part of life.  

I’m definitely a work in progress, embracing all of this new stuff and sometimes struggling to let go of the old stuff.  Luckily there is no statute of limitations on starting over. I re-invent myself every day.  I try to be the girl who walks barefoot and listens to the blues. And tomorrow maybe I’ll wear a trench coat and speak fierce truths…who knows.  What I do know is I want to be a phoenix…..I want to rise from the ashes…to RESURRECT!!  I want to let go of the idea that I must always be who I have always been…you should let that go too.  


Worrying about why other people do certain things or what they think or say only lowers my frequency and create disturbance within me. So instead of worrying about that stuff I turn to prayer, positive thoughts, visualizing the best possible outcome, sending and sharing love and compassion, offering to help where and when I can, and most importantly walking in faith - knowing that I cannot control much in my life, other than how I react to things or situations and the choices I make. 


Our life changes that are coming are BIG but I’m not worried….we are actually excited and grateful that I’ve healed and that we have these possibilities available to us…so stay tuned! 


That’s all for now, thanks for reading. 


I’ll close this post with a verse God placed on my heart today.


Proverbs 3:23-26 (NKJV)

Then you will walk safely in your way, and your foot will not stumble. When you lie down, you will not be afraid; Yes, you will lie down and your sleep will be sweet. Do not be afraid of sudden terror, nor of trouble from the wicked when it comes; for the Lord will be your confidence, and will keep your foot from being caught.


Until next time….keep joy in your mind and in your heart!


Much love and many blessings,

Ali


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