Unfortunately, I think societies voice became my own...

For the past few years, I feel like I've been a maniac.  I think I am going through a mid-mid-life crisis.  I have dreams and goals that are embarassing.  I continually, reflect and try to decide WHY they are embarassing and my only conclusion is the fact that my dreams are connected to self-worth and fueled by constant "voices" of those saying, "you can't," or "you aren't good enough." 

Yes, there were actual people who would say these things to me, but I wonder more if it is the "VOICE" of society that speaks most loud.  Unfortunately, I think societies voice became my own... We talk of media and other outlets that influence what we think and what forms our "truths," but I don't think we realize how powerful the media conceptualizes through the mouths of our "friends," enemies, parents, siblings, strangers OURSELVES...and EVERYONE. 

I've always felt that I FEEL things too much, and I still think I do - but even more so because I'm getting older and reflecting more.  So, the "VOICE" of society has really done a number on me as it spoke loud and clear and became my own...  It's frustrating, because I've decided now to fight that voice, not only as a message to young people, but to MYSELF.  I think the hardest part is convincing myself that my old "truth" is FULL OF BEANS. 

I challenge you to reflect on your truths, are they affirming, or negative? Are they uplifting or degrading? When you think about others are you happy for their success or do you feel pissed when you hear of other people's happiness?  I challenge you to do a cross-examination of your truths and be a better person today.  I've learned when you are listening to the wrong voice, you not only create a toxic aura about you - you create and perpetuate a toxic aura in you...clean that "ISH" out people....

Life is too short.  :)

peace.

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