You humble me. I am so honored to have your eyes on this screen and your heart opened.

My last post asked for guidance to help unlock my creative flow and you more than delivered. I was astonished at the amount of responders. (If you haven’t yet given your two cents, it’s not too late, go here.)

I had been having serious self-doubt issues and I realized you, my lovely readers, held the key. And I was RIGHT! *pats herself on the back*  🙂

I knew you would give me great ideas and inspiration as to which direction I should head, but what I wasn’t prepared for was the authenticity and bravery you showed.

The raw, sometimes painful opening of your soul.

And for that I am honored. Even though the survey was anonymous, I felt I knew you. I felt I was looking into your heart, because I can relate with almost every single thing that you said.

I was in awe of the candor in which you answered. You elaborated and shared your pains and struggles with me and brought me to tears. Each response made me want to wrap you in my arms and tell you,

“It’s going to be all right. We will get through this life. We will thrive in this life. Together.”

So, to all my sweet souls dealing with anxiety;

All you who struggle with fear and self-doubt;

Who carry guilt and shame;

Who feel stagnant or invisible;

To those who need courage to be themselves and make a first step toward their goals;

Who struggle with money, time, or motivation;

Who just need to get out of their own way;

I want you to know you are not alone!

And finally, to the sweet souls who:

“Don’t know who they are anymore,”

“Feel like a fraud,”

and are trying to keep from becoming invisible as they age . . .

I. Get. You.

I SO get you!

I have been there.

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No matter how put together people seem on the outside, every single person on this planet fights inner demons of some sort.

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The first step is recognizing what our demons are and giving them a name.

The next step is realizing that we deserve happiness. That we want a change. That we are ready to deal with the demons.

And finally, to admit we aren’t perfect, that we stumble, and sometimes we need support.

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Each of these steps we have taken, just by being here and opening up.

Now, in the weeks and months ahead, it’s time for the next steps. The steps that will lessen the power of these demons and return us to joy.

Steps we will take together so we can live the best, boldest life possible.

Thank you for being on the journey with me!

Salty Kisses,

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