One of my least favorite words in the history of ever, "JUST" so happens to be the word, "just." See what I did there? It is right there at the top of the list of hated words such as pus pocket, phlegm, squat, burpee, moist and dioly. Why those words? #shouldershurgwhynot Here's the thing, and if you've made it this far than #boop, here's your star sticker.
You did not JUST run 3 miles. You RAN 3 miles and your body is an amazing wonderful, strong machine that let's you do that! Somewhere along the lines we have told ourselves that we are unworthy of being proud of ourselves. We begin to devalue everything we are proud of by saying I/ I'm "just" (insert random bad mamajamma butt kicking knowledge, here!)
You did not JUST run 3 miles. You RAN 3 miles and your body is an amazing wonderful, strong machine that let's you do that! Somewhere along the lines we have told ourselves that we are unworthy of being proud of ourselves. We begin to devalue everything we are proud of by saying I/ I'm "just" (insert random bad mamajamma butt kicking knowledge, here!)
If you're a nurse or a doctor, you are not just a nurse or a doctor. News flash! You are a nurse/doctor who put in HOURS upon hours, day and night to help our human bodies be strong and healthy enough to make that 3 mile run! In peoples most desperate times of need, you are there.
If you're a recent graduate, you're not just a graduate.You have missed out because studying for a test was more important than cliff jumping with your friends. You wanted to achieve something and you freaking DID it even though there were challenges along the way.
If you are a stay-at-home parent, you're not just a stay-at home parent. You have decided that it would be best for you and your spouse to have designated roles. It works for your family to take care of your children during that season of life.
If you're a working parent, you're not just a working parent.You didn't leave your kids in the dust to pursue your own dreams. You decided that in order to be the best parent for your children, it would be best to pursue your career during the day. Don't be ashamed if you're equally passionate about your job and the well-being of your children.
If you are a stay-at-home parent, you're not just a stay-at home parent. You have decided that it would be best for you and your spouse to have designated roles. It works for your family to take care of your children during that season of life.
If you're a working parent, you're not just a working parent.You didn't leave your kids in the dust to pursue your own dreams. You decided that in order to be the best parent for your children, it would be best to pursue your career during the day. Don't be ashamed if you're equally passionate about your job and the well-being of your children.
If you're a parent to one child, you aren't just a parent to one child. YOU ARE A PARENT and that ONE child needs you, loves you, deserves you, just as you need, love and deserve them!
No matter what road you are on in your own life, be proud of the path you're on! Own up to it and be proud of yourself. You should never feel the need to use word fillers to soften your thoughts. It's ok to be proud of YOU!
