It’s a beautiful thing when a person embraces change. There’s always room to grow. If I was friends with myself 5 years ago, I wouldn’t like her very much. She was selfish, oblivious, and irresponsible. Sure, I can still be those things today… the difference is that today I am working on these things.

It’s remarkable how much a person has the capacity to grow in their lifetime. Change is the only constant. In recovery, I have learned to stay teachable. There’s nothing better than knowing you have an open mindedness that allows for complete mindfulness and teachability. Of course, it’s virtually impossible to be mindful at all times. Our awareness is always going to be pulled in this direction or that. The key is to practice daily. Stepping behind the thoughts and emotions into pure consciousness and awareness of the present moment.

The present moment is reality. It can be too much sometimes. That’s when I turn to meditation and deep breathing to cope. I used to turn to my negative behaviors in order to cope with life. I know I don’t need to do that anymore. It’s taken me a long time to figure this all out. I’m still growing and learning in life. That’s the magic of it. To keep on keeping on no matter what life throws my way.

Sending light and love, Kel.