Living with Courage
Quit hanging on to the handrails . . . Let go. Surrender. Go for the ride of your life. Do it every day.
It takes such courage to fully be ourselves, doesn’t it? We each have unique gifts which we bring to this World, but their manifestation can only happen when we are willing to move through our fears and courageously express ourselves. Our truest expressions take myriads of forms, and when it doesn’t look or sound like the norm, society can be discouraging. Whether the judging voices come from the outside, inside, or both, there is a need to disengage from the criticism to allow for a blossoming of our Beautiful authentic self to emerge. Only then can we live our highest purpose which in turn is of service to the planet.
What great thing would you attempt if you knew you could not fail?
Somewhere inside of you, there is a voice wishing to be heard, a heart’s desire pleading to break through and be ushered into consciousness, if only you would have the courage to own your authority and give it wings. Peeling back the layers of other’s beliefs and opinions isn’t necessarily comfortable, but it’s the only way we become free to blaze our own trail. Living with doubts and allowing fears to keep us from being our truest and best self causes anxiety which with time will turn into regrets. What would you do if you knew you could not fail? What if you lived in a World of infinite possibilities and your ability to create yourself and the life you want was limited only by your own beliefs?
If we all did the things we are capable of doing, we would literally astound ourselves.
We all have so much more inner strength than we give ourselves credit for, and need only have the courage to tap into it. Set yourself on the adventure of being 100% authentically you. Resolve to tune out naysayers, instead speaking words of encouragement to yourself. You can. You can, Dear Reader. I know you have it within to be uniquely you as you bring forth your talents and share them with the waiting World. Life is Art, and all art has its admirers and critics. Life is Art, and being authentically you makes it all the more Beautiful.
Love and Blessings,
Antonia
9 Comments
Artistgirl
February 4, 2011What a great reminder to follow our dreams. Thank you for your inspiring words.
Antonia
February 4, 2011Thank you, Artistgirl! Much appreciated! Best wishes on your latest journey of self-expression! Shine brightly.. you have Wonderful gifts to offer, and the World is ready!
Love and Blessings,
Antonia
Kathryn/plantwhateverbringsyoujoy.com
February 4, 2011Love this post, Antonia! We all face daily situations that require courage. This post should be bookmarked for those moments! Thank you! Love, Mom xoxo
Antonia
February 4, 2011Thanks, mom! Very sweet of you, and much appreciated!
Love you,
Antonia
xoxo
Terrill Welch
February 5, 2011Excellent post Antonia! And wonderful creative photographs. Are they yours too? A beautiful visit for first thing Saturday morning. Thank you. Terrill
Antonia
February 5, 2011Thank you so much, Terrill! I didn’t take the pictures. Your kind words are much appreciated.
Love and Blessings,
Antonia
Lance
March 7, 2011Antonia,
I just *love* this article!
And…as I read this, I’m also looking at a piece of artwork I have hanging up beside my computer…that has the words “Life is art” amongst the brush strokes of paint (so, I just also loved reading those three words here on your site, as well).
Life is such an amazing thing! And especially when we more fully align with that voice which speaks from our heart.
It’s great to “meet” you here in this space…
Much love,
Lance
Antonia
March 7, 2011Welcome, Lance! Wonderful to “meet” you, as well. Thank you so much for the kind comment!
Yes, life truly is a Beautiful gift, made all the sweeter through following the heart.
Your painting sounds Lovely! What a great reminder.
Love and Blessings,
~Antonia
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