Oh, The Places You'll (be forced) to Go!
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Oh the things that have happened this week. I’m not sure why I got on this whole “Ohh, let’s be honest, and oh, let’s see what happens when we’re our real, emotional selves, blah, blah, blah!” Because people, let me tell you, when you begin living your life this way, Things. Will. Change.
Here’s a short list of the emotional molting I’ve had in the last few weeks (doesn’t that sound the grossest? Yeah, that’s why I said it! Molt, molt, molt!)
-This guy has been encouraging me to “kill my inner critic”. I’m shutting up those little voices that insist that I will fail, that I’ll look stupid, or that people will judge me. WELL JUDGE AWAY, cuz dis beyotch has committed a murder. My Inner Critic was nice to have as a filter on occasion (seriously, sometimes it’s better for me to just not talk), but he (yes, “he”…or it could be a really tall “she” with a beard) was a real dick bag. Bye bye, Critic! Hope you enjoy your watery bed at the bottom of the Olentangy.
-I was tired of whining about the issues I felt I had with my family, so I wrote a letter to my parents. BOOM—with the click of the “send” button, it was like the weight of the world moved off my shoulders and to the McDonald’s down the street. Our interactions since then have felt…”grown up”, for lack of a better description. It was hard to make sure that I wrote exactly what I was feeling without sugar coating things, but in the end, well, yeah, it was the Right Thing to do.
-I came out to my friends and family as The Naked Redhead (hi, Friends and Family!). While I still enjoy my little moniker, I decided it was worth the criticism of some to gain the knowing support of still others. And what support…within eleven minutes of sending out my FB status update, six of my friends had fanned my TNR page. That’s good stuff. It makes me want to work harder and be better.
(Um, also Friends and Family, there’s not a whole lotta filter on here, just so you know. I apologize in advance for offending you.)
-I am craving McDonald’s chicken nuggets like it’s nobody’s business. Just thought I’d throw that out there…
-I applied for my dream assignment with the full belief that I could rock it. No caveats, no “maybe it just won’t happen”…just pure, unadulterated confidence that I could kick the sh*t out of it. Actually, I’ve always felt like Groupon and I are kindred spirits. I mean, shopping deals, hidden city gems, and ridiculous daily write ups? Yeah, Groupon, you and I are gonna have one of them Blood Brother’s ceremony thingies whether you like it or not.
Wow, that was creepy, even for me.
Anyway, I just thought I’d share. So now it’s your turn: how are YOU getting honest (naked!) in your life? What changes are you seeing?
Reader Comments (4)
You had your "coming out" as a blogger. Love it!
As far as Groupon goes, you will definitely rock it. Can't wait to see what happens!
Newer reader--enjoyed this post, though I'm a bit miffed at the nuggets mention. Cuz now I want some, and I can't go get any for a good three hours. *Le sigh*
I've recently revealed to friends and family that I am, in fact, a selfish person and I'm embracing the selfish desire to use my time and efforts to satisfy my personal goals rather than the expectations of others. Sounds pretty "duh," but I was surprised--as I reflected over the last few years--to realize how often I felt too guilty to behave "selfishly."
Oh yes, and I've always made a(-nother?) stand against my crazy (*not* an exaggeration; several professionals have suggested medication) sister-in-law, refusing to pay over $250.00 to be a bridesmaid in her extravagant fifth wedding when she can't even manage to keep food in the fridge for her kid. Defecation hit the fan, so to speak, with the rest of my in-laws, but Hubby is happy, and IT FELT SO GOOD TO SAY "NO"!
Ready for this?
In the past 30 days, I have:
1) broken up with much-blogged-about BlueEyedBoy
2) quit the cushy corporate position I've held for 2+ years
3) found confidence and motivation in knowing that I can do so. much. better in both areas.
Universe... let's dance.
@Miss Alpha--Yes, I came out! It feels great, actually. And thanks for the good wishes!
@Dawn--Thanks for reading and commenting. And GOOD FOR YOU for saying no when you needed to. That's a big thing of mine, and 9 times out of 10, it'll make you feel better. (Um, until you back out on raising money for cancer. That was hard, but needed to be done!)
@ChristaLouWho--Oh no! And oh yes! I'm sorry you had to go through a breakup, but it seems you're doing ok. (You're doing ok, right?) Wow...I'm so proud, and yes, a little jealous. Very, very inspiring.