‘Do not judge me by my successes, judge me by how many times I fell down and got back up again.’ Nelson Mandela ( PIC: Pexels)
When technology and social media takes up too much of our attention, it’s easy to get caught in the illusion of it.
Over time, this illusion creates disconnection and leaves little room for us to be present and aware of our feelings and truth.
You could say we have built a society that believes perfection equals success, however, based on my own experiences, it’s feels more like a society built on the fear of failure and of not being enough.
Over the years I used to have a habit of creating new ideas or projects and although I always got them off the ground and running, if it didn’t work out the way I imagined, (which it never did ha) I would simply let it go and move on to another idea.
This, of course, left no room for me to feel the emotions around this, or learn to see the beliefs and fears that I had about myself.
Each time I discontinued these projects, I missed the teachings that perseverance and resilience give us as we move through a project, and in turn, I missed enjoying it’s success.
I am grateful to understand this now, but often when we carry a hidden belief that we are not good enough or hold a fear that we will fail, the universe simply mirrors this belief back through our relationships and work.
It wasn’t until I slowed down and became aware of the beliefs I was vibrating out into the world, that I understood how to heal and change over time.
When we discover these beliefs and stories are not who we are, we are free to shine our beautiful light in the world!
LIVING IN THIS MOMENT 
Such a beautiful post. I am indeed working on this. Feeling into my disappointments and building resiliency.
Thank you Ka. It’s not easy to face these old beliefs, but each time we nurture them and let them go, we reveal more of our beautiful nature! 💕🧡
wonderful post
Thanks Beth 🧡💕
Thank you for sharing Karen. A beautiful truth that resonates 💐🙏🏻💝
I think most people can resonate with not feeling good enough! Thank you Val 💕🧡
Rings true! Thanks, Karen. 💜🙏🏼
I’m glad. Thanks Eliza 🧡💕
I have found this to be so true, Karen, but sometimes forget. Thank you for reminding me to stay on track.
It’s nice to know we are human and all feel this at times! Thank you Michele 💕🧡
This is an insightful post for today’s world, Karen. Sometimes admitting failure can be difficult ~ disappointment hurts, but as you write, finding the lesson and learning can be even more exciting. Wish you a wonderful day ahead.
Absolutely agree, and the more free we are to share our disappointments and vulnerabilities with one another, the more we can normalise this part of our lives. Thanks Randall. 🙏🏻☺️
I really connected with your text, Karen. I used to believe that if I couldn’t be THE BEST then it wasn’t worth pursuing. Couldn’t be as good a dancer as Nureyev or Captain of the basketball team. Took me a long time to learn the joy of the process. 🙂
You might have been better than Nureyev ha!
And I totally understand this belief we carry and often it’s because we weren’t supported in our goals or dreams growing up.
I’m glad you can see and understand this now. Thank you for sharing Carol 💕🧡
I heard a wonderful interview on public radio today with a man who is considered a master carpenter. Apparently he does pretty astounding work. He said he didn’t like the term master carpenter, because it suggests he can’t learn anything else, that he knows it all. He says he learns something new in each project he takes on, so how could he possibly be a master?
He also didn’t like the word perfect. He says there is no such thing. Clients might tell him that what he made is perfect, but he says he can remember every single scratch, every single imperfection in a finished piece.
Oh I love this story Emilie! It’s so true. And as the buddhists teach, stay in a ‘Beginner’s mind’ which keeps us present and always open to learn. Thank you 🥰💕
Ahhh, the slowing down reference. That, for me, was/is key, Karen. I appreciate your perspectives. Shine on!
I agree Eric! Slowing down and stillness gives me room to see the truth. Thank you 🙏🏻🧡