Due to wildfires and the general state of the world, I’m having a hard time focusing. I'm supposed to be revising a novel. I haven't been in the right mindset for fiction, but still want to write, so I figured I’d enter the @LadiesofHive community contest.
There's nothing like a bit of truth-telling to satisfy the soul.
This week’s question:
What life lesson did you learn the hard way? How did it alter your perception or attitude?
Heh. Which to choose?
I tend to dive into things wholeheartedly, and only when I’m in waaaay over my head does it hit me that I have no idea what I’m doing, and holy shit how do I get out of this?
Most of the time, the only way out is through.
That’s the life lesson. The universal realization each of us makes on our human journey. It’s a cliché, in a way. A saying we’ve all heard over and over again. But that’s because it proves itself to be true.
The only way out is through.
I can look back and pick out forks in the road where I’ve made decisions that have changed my life, the ones where I’d be an entirely different person if I’d taken the other path. But I’m here. Now. There’s no going back.
The only way out is through.
I’ve made shitloads of mistakes, overthought most of them, rode out countless anxiety attacks…
The only way out is through.
I’ve made wild choices, from ditching school and riding motorcycles to moving to another country and disappearing into the mountains. So many memories, so many adventures.
The thing is, I love who I am.
I’ve chosen a true path.
Does this path have a heart? If it does, the path is good; if it doesn't, it is of no use. Both paths lead nowhere; but one has a heart, the other doesn't. One makes for a joyful journey; as long as you follow it, you are one with it. ― Carlos Castaneda
Life Lessons
I’ve learned all kinds of lessons the hard way, and it’s humbled me. That's the takeaway, I think: the humility.
My gratitude outweighs my regrets by a long shot.
Every failure is wisdom earned.
Here are a few things I’ve learned the hard way (and am probably still learning):
- Trust yourself.
- Don’t live for anyone else.
- Self-acceptance is the key to a peaceful heart.
- You don’t need validation, your soul knows the way.
- Relationships take work, and for that you have to work on yourself.
- Running away doesn’t solve the problem, but distance brings valuable perspective.
Things I’ve always intrinsically understood:
- Nature is everything.
- Energy is infinite.
The Only Way Out is Through
I’m a hot mess with a kind heart.
I’m an optimist with a cynical sense of humour.
I’m a feral homeschooling mom.
I’m a musician who hasn’t picked up a guitar in weeks.
I’m a writer procrastinating revisions.
I’m a woman aware of her mortality, and her soul’s immortality.
And as I navigate this lifetime, no matter the obstacles, I’m going to keep choosing the path that has heart. Even if that sometimes means learning lessons the hard way.
The only way out is through.
That was a wonderful writing prompt. Thanks, @LadiesOfHive! Oh, and I'm supposed to invite another woman to the community... How about the one and only @Snook?
I hope you enjoyed my philosophic prose. Thanks for reading!
Peace @Katrina-Ariel / @LeiaTalon
All photos mine.
As I read off each point, I thought of my own journey of naivety to maturity that never seems to end. Looking back I have changed so much, and a gratefulness to my elder mentors and role models that imparted some of their own wisdom and experiences.
And I haven't plugged in my electric guitar for over ten years. 🎸
KLR ❤️
I think we all learn similar things along very different journeys. Glad you could relate to my post. And even if you haven't plugged in your guitar, the music lives in you. Thanks for stopping by! 💖
I think I may have long lost my old Distortion effects pedal. Well, DEATH ROCK style isn't everyone's cup of tea.
All that matters is what makes you happy. 😊
You always have a way of explaining things that even I can relate to!! and I love this life lesson because it is so true. It's a hard lesson but the older you get the more you realize it is how life has to be done.
HUGS
Aw, I'm so glad you can relate and got something out of this post. Always good to connect with you, my friend. 💖 HUGS back!
Damn, I would love to have your opinion on the current ongoing p(l)andemic...
Funny what you say about how it's hard to focus at the moment , it just feels that there is more important things to do than playing the guitar, when the survival instinct kicks in, it doesn't wanna play around!!!
Beautiful text!! Take care!!
Hi! Yeah, survival mode kicks in and I tend to focus on basic things: cleaning house, organizing, making food, being with my family, going outside on the non-smoky days.
Feel free to DM me on Discord if you want my opinion on the general state of the world. 😉 Take care of you! Thanks for stopping by. 💖
I might actually, will let you know in the next few days :)
Cheers!
How true... the only way out is through!
Thanks for sharing, @katrina-ariel.
Good luck with the contests.
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You write very well, @katrina-ariel!
Truly gifted!
Aw! That's so kind of you to say. 💖💖💖
Thanks for the support! 💖
Nature is everything:)
Trust yourself and self-acceptance. Well said.
I’ve been through those lessons learned too :)
I think so many of the lessons we learn are universal, but we learn them in our own way and on our own time. Thanks for the sweet comment. 💞
List of excellent points learned in finding oneself, following your heart and being true to yourself along the path of life.
Lovely thoroughly enjoyed the read, "only way out is through", yes "distance brings valuable perspective" another excellent suggestion.
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Thanks so much! This was a great introspective writing exercise. I'm glad you enjoyed the read. 💖
To follow ones heart is sometimes harder than folding into the norms of life.
So much harder. Indeed.
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Thanks so much!
Hello beautiful, so lovely to read your words and those photos you have are gorgeous, that one of you playing in the oak tree, stunning. These are lessons I can really identify with as well. I hope you are well xxxxx
Aw, thank you! I'm glad you like the picture of me in the oak tree, that's one of my favorites, from many moons ago. And I'm doing really well, all things considered. I hope you are, too! 💖
This resonated with me the most! Indeed, the only way is THROUGH! Running away from your problems won't solve them. But detaching and examining these problems might help you find a way through them. Such a great write-up!😍😍
Thank you! Yes, that bit of wisdom was hard earned but so worth it. Really helps to take a step back (or a lot of steps back) and view life's challenges from a different angle.
Many people either don't listen or shut out to that part of themselves and is a very hard lesson to learn.
It sure is. Unplugging from the TV a couple decades ago helped loads, but more than that, it's practice, like everything else. Having supportive friends makes a world of difference, too. 💖
I love that live is a world thats new and exciting every day, and the fact you live it wholeheartedly is the way i walk the walk of life.
I wish you well this week in the contest
B
This is so beautifully written and oh so true
The only way is through
And I love love that there's no blame, no regrets... just owning and the knowing that you are here because of all that
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Wow!
What a wonderful read you give me,
this touched my soul: "No matter what happens, keep singing your song".
The only way out is through: love
thankful.