Empower Don't Justify

We all have wounds.  Some bigger than others.  Often we justify our actions, behaviors, etc. based on these wounds and then wonder why we continue to live the same life.  Stagnant!  Reliving the past hurts and pains day in and day out.  We allow it to control our lives and define it.  It becomes comfortable . . . miserably comfortable!

"Often it is the deepest pain that empowers you to grow into your highest self"

Let's face it, most of life is justifiable in one way or another.  Does that make it right?  No way. . . We all have a choice.  Unless your boss is holding a gun to your head, your lover with a knife to the throat, or a road way full of mines-WE HAVE A CHOICE!  We can continue to run and shove the mistakes, heartache, and dark parts of ourselves under the bed; or we can face them head on without excuses and justification.

“The eyes are useless if the mind is blind.”

The biggest problem I see in justification it is a powerful disengagement mechanism.  It creates a huge barrier not only from self and others but to growth.  That is its control.  It keeps us locked in one place and blind to new ideas and adventures.  It keeps us from genuinely connecting with the world and those around us.  Instead of using our wounds as crutches, we should use them as tools.  Change our mind set of VICTIM to STUDENT. 

“Be better than you were yesterday!”

Use those pains as a reminder of who, what, and where you don’t want to be.  Do things because you are confident in your choices. (on a path of righteousness and sanctification)  If you don’t know something it’s okay to say, “I don’t know.”  If you are spread thin or neglecting your happiness say, “No”.  We are not here to fix everything or be something to everyone.  We are NOT perfect and we are NOT in control [no matter how much we think we are].

“Not everything that is faced can be changed but nothing can be changed until it is faced.”

Our wounds and its justifications will enslave us as long as we let them.  Be honest with yourself and those closest to you.  Know your worth.  Our scars are a part of who we are but they in no way have to define who we have become.  Be courageous in facing whatever scares you about yourself.  Use it as a key to open new doors, new experiences, new thoughts and ideas.  Never lose your sense of wonder and be bold no matter what steps you take.