No not LL Cool J (sorry ladies!).
I'm talking about 2010. LEARN from it, and then LEAVE IT behind. You know the saying: ‘Don’t dwell in the past, let it go!’
For years I have made it a practice to do meaningful things, other than partying, to close out the old year so that I could 1) be free from the anxiety and uncertainty that change may bring 2) get excited about yet another opportunity to create an even better year for myself.
The way I would make peace with the previous year was, and still is, to first check myself for anything I did to hurt or diss someone’s feelings or a situation I could have handled better. I don’t beat myself up but I trust and am honest with my self as I reflect and journal my thoughts ….then I let it go.
Let me interject something about the phrase ‘let it go’; I’d be remiss if I didn’t: Letting go is one of the most powerful and yes, difficult, principles of life BUT with right guidance and intention, it frees us up to truly experience the joy, health and creative expression that is our birthright. Ok, moving on….
Next, I recommit to building or revitalizing the major areas of my life that need a makeover, including appearance, personal finance, business, friendship/relationship and education (I’m currently studying for a major test coming up in June. Will keep you posted!).
So what have you LEARNED about yourself, event or situation you experiened in 2010? What are some things you can DO to make peace with it all and LEAVE IT behind...or let it go?
Teen Task: 1. Give yourself a chance. 2. Take a moment to contemplate (deeply reflect) each question above then jot down whatever comes up naturally for you for each question. Tip: Write non-stop for about 60 seconds for each question. Don’t worry about spelling or grammar, just write, get it out. You can proofread and edit your response later. 3. Discuss this blog with your parents or with those you feel safe sharing your thoughts.
Fun Fact: Remiss = negligent, inattentive, careless, lax.
Happy New Year! Check back for Q's B-Spot 2011! ~ Quelyn
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- Quelyn Purdie Educator/Entrepreneur
- Quelyn has been teaching and counseling for over twenty years. She has taught at The Bridges Juvenile Center (formerly known as Spofford Juvenile Detention) in Bronx, New York and served as a caseworker for teens living in foster care in Bronx, New York. Purdie's experiences as a teacher and caseworker have inspired her to write Validation Denied, Grace Bestowed:somewhere between the ghetto and God was something called foster care… Validation Denied, Grace Bestowed is a memoir that offers a poignant yet entertaining insight into a teenager's struggle to defy the labels and stereotypes of living in foster care. The intent of her blogs is to inspire freedom from guilt and other negativities associated with one’s past or current circumstances. Quelyn is founder and president of QuilSun Enterprises(TM).
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