Shannon of Sound Body Studio called for joy in our practice on and off the yoga mat today.
My life is filled with joy, I’m blessed with it in the people around me and the things I do.
Yet, the nagging voices of unworthiness and self-criticism remain.
I recently wrote about being difficult to love. I’ve had plenty agree with that claim, but my girlfriend was quick and direct in refuting it. She reminded me how many people love me and care for me.
A strange fact popped into my head. In just over three years, I have had five women express romantic love for me. There’s curious tragedy and comedy in the years since I lost my wife, but it’s hard to deny that people find it easy to (at least) fall in love with me.
I have a big heart and I’m increasingly comfortable with sharing it. The love I share with my girlfriend is the broadest and boldest I’ve been capable of holding. It is large enough to contain love for our children and the folks who rely on us for support.
Today I will focus on the joys of my life and put my energy into those things.
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