I admit it, I like to be liked. I have lived close to my 61 years looking for the approval from others. With that comes seeking the approval of people who don’t deserve having me in their lives. I have sacrificed a great deal trying to get people to like me and I haveContinue reading ““WHEN SOMEONE SHOWS YOU WHO THEY ARE, BELIEVE THEM THE FIRST TIME” …MAYA ANGELO”
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HOW DO YOU DESCRIBE YOURSELF?
As I get closer to “that age” of collecting Social Security, I was talking with my husband about starting it as soon as I’m eligible. He, like so many people, tells me to wait until I’m older so I can get the most money possible. But as someone who has had numerous heart surgeries andContinue reading “HOW DO YOU DESCRIBE YOURSELF?”
Giving yourself Grace
To give yourself grace means treating yourself with patience, kindness, and the same compassion you would give to others. As I have shared in the past, I have had some recent health setbacks, and I can tell you I have been extremely hard on myself. I don’t know about you, but I tend to giveContinue reading “Giving yourself Grace”
ARE YOU A SAM OR A JULIE?
Welcome to my first blog post (in a while)! For those who have not followed me before and to returning readers alike, welcome to Accidental Harmony! I started Accidental Harmony as a way to spread grace, optimism, kindness, and gratitude. My life has been nothing short of a roller coaster. “Accidental Harmony” truly encompasses myContinue reading “ARE YOU A SAM OR A JULIE?”