So how did Thelma and Louise
change my life? With one simple phrase..."You get what you settle for."
This really struck a chord with me, and I realised that all of my life I had done what was expected of me, and been the person that other people wanted....and it had not brought me happiness. Well, it had brought me a degree of happiness but I nevertheless felt unfulfilled and in some ways, used.
Being the self-reflective type, I ruminated on this thought and came to the conclusion that I had no one to blame but myself, and instead of having the courage of my convictions, by 34 years of age, I truly had settled for what I got. And it pleased me not.
So I decided to change my life! It wasn't easy, it wasn't painless, and it certainly was not without its share of heartbreak and recriminations... but it was absolutely worth it.
I am not for one minute about to encourage anyone to ditch their marriage, or go on a road trip, or chuck in their career and devote themselves to a life of hedonistic self-sufficiency (although, please don't let me stop you!)....but I am going to encourage you to make small changes and take positive steps toward a happier you. And I hope you discover that small changes add up and become life-enhancing bigger changes.
Through this blog, I hope to not only share my thoughts and experiences with you but also be able to share your experiences too.
Oh, and there will be delicious healthy recipes too!
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