5 years ago I made a decision that changed my life forever. I knew when I made it that things would change, but I had absolutely no idea the direction of my life would be forever altered.
Now doesn't that sound a little melodramatic? That's ok, I've been accused of being a drama queen. You can cue the Oprah music if you want.
No, it wasn't a divorce. It wasn't a move. It wasn't anything like that. It was a decision to cut all the crap out of my life, people included. It was a decision to start living my life my way. A decision to prove to myself that I could do what I wanted to do. Five years just seems a little monumental. I'm still doing what I want and still happy. Not everyone can say that.
As I think of another new year beginning, I think of how things have changed. I've always been the dependable one--the one that people could count on no matter what. I've been fiercely loyal to my friends. While that sometimes leads to great things, it also sometimes leads to not so good things.
Five years ago, I decided the not so good things were going away. It was like an epiphany. I'd just had enough. One day, I just woke up knowing what was best for me, best for my family and best for my marriage.
There was no vindictiveness. It was just a matter of moving on. You know, that letting go feeling. Sometimes, you just KNOW when it's time. It was time to surround myself with positivity.
Over these past few years, I've learned a lot about myself, business, and human nature. I've learned to trust my gut and follow my instincts. I've definitely learned who my friends are and who they are not. Trust me when I say, I know exactly who they are and truth be known, I always have. No, I really wasn't fooled. I'm really not as gullible as some may think.
On the positive side, I came to know some really great people I probably never would have known if I hadn't been the "horrible person" I was and made that decision all those years ago. I wouldn't have some of the wonderful friends I have right now--people who are the type of friends that I want surrounding me. They're the friends who offer support, understanding and help when you need it. Not the snarky people who pretend to be a friend just because it makes them look good or because they need something from YOU.
I'm through with that type.
I'm ready for a fanastic NEW YEAR!
Bring it on 2012!!
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