TOLERATE and even EMBRACE my sensitivity, sensibility, introversion or anything else. I can create a life based on my values, preferences, responsibilities and needs. I had been so good at toughing it out or enduring and yes – even fighting, raging and protesting. All important. But it took lots of time and practice (and always will) to remember that I’m empowered and can advocate on my own behalf.
\n<\/span><\/p>\nAnd that really, adulthood, complex as it is, is a cake walk compared to childhood.
\nIt always comes as a bit of a liberating surprise to remember this. But I do remember. And celebrate these younger selves as well as the wiser woman I’m becoming.<\/span><\/p>\n <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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