I Turn 42 Tomorrow And This Year Has Been A Whirlwind Of Great Moments, Learning Experiences And Personal

When we’re young, everything seems like it’s coming to an end. The fact is that it’s just beginning. With age there’s wisdom, and humility. Laugh at your mistakes, learn the lessons, and cherish the ride.

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🌊 Sometimes, the waves of emotions crash harder than expected. Feeling deeply can be a blessing and a burden, all at once. It’s okay to embrace the highs and lows, to let the tears fall, and to cherish the moments of pure joy. Every emotion shapes our journey and makes us who we are. 💙

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People who identify as LGBTQIA+ don’t really play ourselves growing up. Instead, we act out personas that fit some sort of mold of who we wish we were or what kind of version of ourselves is the most pleasing to others. This is why visability and respect towards others is so important.

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In personal training, trainers are often seen as quasi counselors, much like hairdressers, bartenders, etc. My experience in my current field is no different, but as I transition to the psychology side of things, I see many similarities between my current clients and those individuals I do therapy with as a crisis counselor. Anxiety, ADHD, OCD and a multitude of other behaviors and stressors cross over these two areas quite often in my experience, worrying about how they look, anxious about trying something new and confronting their ‘demons’.

The mental health system is set up in a way that is not just a way of dealing with the emotional and mental states of being, but also a form of self accountability and self discipline. Counselors as well as trainers try to instill these two qualities in their clients as much as possible.

I had someone I was counseling this evening ask me, “What if I’m not strong enough to go through it?” I’ve never had anybody ask me that before. What a lot of this kind of problem solving hinges on is going with your gut. I’ve always thought honesty is the best approach so I said, “What you’re going through right now isn’t easy and I know how much that hurts. However, if you do nothing, nothing will change. You need to start putting yourself and your needs first.”

Anybody can listen to your problems but it takes a real good listener to understand what you are trying to solve and how to get started.

People just want and need to be validated. That’s what it’s all about.

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🌟 Embracing Vulnerability 🌟

Let's talk about the power of vulnerability, especially for men. Society often perpetuates the idea that men should be tough, strong, and stoic, but the truth is that vulnerability is a strength, not a weakness. It takes courage to be open, honest, and vulnerable, and it's an essential part of being human.

It's okay for men to feel and express their emotions. Whether it's joy, sadness, fear, or love, allowing yourself to be vulnerable can lead to deeper connections, better mental health, and personal growth. By embracing vulnerability, we can break free from the constraints of traditional masculinity and create a more inclusive and empathetic world.

So, to all the men out there, let's challenge the stigma around vulnerability and encourage each other to be authentic and open. Remember, it's okay not to be okay, and showing vulnerability is a sign of strength, not weakness. Together, let's redefine what it means to be a strong and empowered man!

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Everything in our lives is there to teach us lessons. Those situations happen to help us grow and mature into our roles as human beings with the ability to love, sacrifice and fight for our cause. That being said, most circumstances present a choice on how to react, which way to go or who to spend your life with. In life, there are no guarantees; only choices.

It's not about making the right or wrong one because either way, you are going to learn a valuable lesson that will either help you later on or assist someone else that you share the wisdom you've obtained. When all is said and done in this life, there are no mistakes.

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When ordinary becomes memories and you then revisit old haunts, those ordinary memories come flooding back.

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I ain’t no damn secretary!

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