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War & Wisdom

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Two things are certain: life is hard and you were made for more! Join us and courageously go to war with yourself to fulfill your greatest purpose.

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INTRODUCTION
Hello Everyone! šŸ‘‹ I’m happy to join this group and introduce myself! My name is Evelyn. I’m here because I need help to fulfill my greatest purpose and chat with others. I work as a designer. In my free time, I enjoy reading and cooking. I’m excited to talk with all of you and learn from your experiences. Please say hi or tell me something about yourself—I’d love to chat! 😊
2 likes • Feb 27
Welcome to our community, Evelyn! If you haven't checked out our (currently) FREE course, we hope you'll take the time to read through it and watch the videos we created as a guide. About me: I'm passionate about finding and fulfilling my own potential as well as helping others do the same. I have a lot of goals for myself and enjoy making each day full and meaningful. 😊 How can we help you start this journey, @Evelyn Ayelabowo ?
0 likes • Feb 13
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0 likes • Feb 13
Yeah when I tried the mushrooms from rize, I had to add it to my coffee to make it digestable lol. I didn't know that about mct oil, though. I used to have that in my protein shakes, but maybe I'll try it again in the morning for brain fog. How do you take yours, @Allen Aronica ?
Hurry is violence
I’m re-reading the book, The Ruthless Elimination of Hurry. In the first section it made the statement that hurry is violent to health and well-being… This struck me as true and convicting. It’s easy to get caught in the ā€œrat-raceā€ of things to do and missions to accomplish. This is not the pace of life I want. It’s antagonistic to being present with people I love and also with myself. The present with myself… that is a big growth edge. I know I’ve been running from my inner world for a long time. It’s gotten better but I think it requires befriending the word ā€œnoā€ and saying ā€œwhile this is good, it’s not good for me.ā€ I find that befriending these boundaries is caring for a deep, younger part of me that needed to be loved. It’s scary and sometimes painful. I know the peace comes in trusting God’s love and sovereignty. Also trusting friends and community like this one to be vulnerable with. Thanks for reading. I hope this pause and reflection causes you to assess your own sense of hurry and what it costs you. I’d love to hear your process if you want to share.
1 like • Nov '24
Thanks for the book rec, @Scott Waters . Sounds like a good read. Yeah, I agree, moving too quickly is not good for our nervous systems or relationships. The older I get, the more I experience and believe in this. And the more important peace and quality relationships matter.
Super highs super lows
So since this is a place of sharing and talking. Here is my story thats going on and felt I should share. Little back story I have a type of bi-polar disorder on top of my adhd and it can be a uncontrollable wrecking ball at times. This week has been a real low and a struggle not wanting to get out of bed,Dark and gloomy outside struggling to do simple tasks . Just trying to keep one foot infront of the other to stay in motion. The type of week you have to share more and talk regardless of the feeling not too. No matter what I try or do cannot get past it and I know this is tempary but still rough regardless . Maybe you guys might have some better tools or advice on how to combat. Figured I would share and ask vs what I normally do seclusion and close off.
2 likes • Nov '24
Hey Allen, welcome to W&W! Thanks for sharing, too! Honestly, and I really hate to say this because it’s not that encouraging, you nailed it. One foot in front of the other, one step at a time, doing what you have to regardless of how you feel, just trying to keep that momentum. That’s what progress and strength looks like, my friend. @Scott Waters reminds me often that my messy weakness looks like strength to the outside world. So does yours. The only other thing I can add is a mental reminder that this life IS hard so trials and challenges are to be expected, but they are all temporary. When hard comes, good is right around the corner. And when good is here, tough will always follow it up. We have to embrace both and do the best we can with what’s in front of us. Sometimes it’s hard and there’s no relief. That’s my day today, too. Really effing challenging, and I’ve had to lean on so many people for strength. Then I come here and read your post, @Allen Aronica, and see that I’m not alone. See, maybe your battles are meant to encourage people like me on a day when I feel like I’m getting beat down and losing mine. Anyway, I’m glad you’re here. Keep fighting. If you will, so will I. One day at a time.
Vulnerability & Honesty
Grateful to be a part of this community! Thank you for setting this up, Aaron & Matt. I'm looking forward working through the classroom & connecting with the other members of this group. :) For my first post... I'll cut right to the chase! I struggle with people pleasing. I often present a version of myself that is not authentic or fully honest. What are some daily practices or tips you would suggest for becoming more vulnerable, honest, and authentic? These are values that I am working to put into practice, but sometimes it feels like I slip back into "autopilot" and the old habits kick in. Especially under stress or emotionally difficult moments. Any thoughts are appreciated!
3 likes • Oct '24
Welcome, Donny! Thanks for joining and posting here. :) First of all, thanks for your honesty. We are pleased with you and your vulnerability. šŸ˜† In all seriousness, I could see how this issue may be holding you back from achieving your full potential. We're glad to support you on your journey! For people-pleasing, I would suggest turning your focus inward (instead of outward, toward other people) and learning what YOU think, what YOU value, and what YOU need. You could ask yourself those questions throughout the day, and practice listening to the quiet voice inside that holds that information which you may not always listen to. Practice "radical honesty" with yourself by answering those questions as directly as possible, regardless of what it is or how it sounds. That will tell you more about yourself, which you will need in order to learn to "please" yourself instead of others. It takes a lot of focus and intentionality!
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