I am fascinated by astrology. Years ago I read that our Birthday's are really the start of our year - yes, our astrological year, but our personal year as well.
It resonated.
New Year's Eve never really resonated as a beginning to me, and in 2011 the night lost it's 'joy' for me, some of you will know what I mean by that, others won't. It's a long story and my archives are certainly searchable if you are curious.
Today is my birthday, making 4/4 the start of my year - astrologically and personally.
Here is what I've learned so far:
Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - I can't make everyone happy. - I am not telling you not to try, but I can tell you to work on making YOURSELF happy - and not just once and awhile. Do one thing each and every single day that brings you joy. For me, it's music, photography and travel. I can't travel everyday (although that would make me super happy) but I can listen to music. So I do.
Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - I can't keep every ball in the air. - I am not a juggler. I am a multi-tasker, but I am not a juggler, some days a ball or two will fall. It's OK.
Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Clothes and Shoes aren't the only things you will outgrow. - We outgrow people, relationships, situations, jobs, as we ascend different things will suit us, others won't. It's OK to Spring Clean your life. Sweep out the relationships that fill you with dread, the people who make you cringe, the ones you send to voicemail when they call you, the ones on Facebook that annoy the hell out of you - use the unfriend button. It's OK. The world and your world won't crumble. Just remember, disagreements are not cause to automatically let go, you aren't always going to see eye to eye with someone no matter how much you love them and how much they mean to you, it's not about seeing eye to eye all the time, it's just knowing when to agree to disagree!
Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Love the person - Remember what I just wrote above - don't sweep someone out of your life because you don't see eye to eye on sex or politics. Love the person not their politics. Love the person, not who they worship. Love the person, don't worry about what goes on in their bedroom. (unless it's the person you are actually in a relationship with, then you should totally know what's going on in the bedroom).
Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - You know nothing about yourself - Ever. You are a constantly changing, ever transforming work in progress. What you feel about politics, sex and religion will change throughout the years. oh, did I say that's OK yet? Because it is. If you can admit you don't always have it all together: (a) you are doing great and (b) be more compassionate of the person across from you (they are juggling shit too).
Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Loss - Loss will hit us all eventually. - There is no right way to handle it. There is no wrong way to handle it. And even in cases where you know it's coming, trust me when I tell you that you still won't expect it.
Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Turn your mess into your miracle - You know that annoying saying 'You can't get rainbows without the rain'? - Sorry to tell you but it's true. Diamonds are formed via High Pressure (um, not from a lump of coal), and that is exactly what life does to you, puts you through high pressure, if you ride through the waves of pressure you come out polished not demolished! My biggest mess: I'm an insomniac - it's hard to turn my brain off - but I realize I've made really good use of the extra time and that my insomnia is probably why I love to read, research, and write.
Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - And if you can only remember one golden nugget? - JUST SAY NO! - The more you learn to say it, the happier you will be!
I'm off to make a New Year's Wish List just in time for the New Moon on the 7th! Happy Birthday to my fellow Aries peeps!
Readers Sound Off/Your Take: What Day is your personal new year? What is the most important thing you have learned so far?
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Happy birthday to youuuuuu! I hope you have an awesome year this coming year!
ReplyDeleteThat's an awesome way to look at a birthday! I've never thought of it as my personal New Year before.
ReplyDeleteHappy Birthday! I love this info. I would agree with my birthday being the start of my new year!
ReplyDeleteSo good! I too love the fresh start that a simple MONDAY (not even a new year can bring). I'm riding that joy and productivity today and hope you are too. Happiest Birthday!
ReplyDeleteGreat attitude to have! Everyone is different and changing every day! If you love yourself and others for this you will be a happier person all around.
ReplyDeleteHope you have an amazing b-day! Love you!
ReplyDelete-Milena
Happy birthday! I love all the lessons you're sharing. Just saying no is really important. I like to think of it as saying "yes" to myself.
ReplyDeleteHappy birthday! These are some great thoughts to keep in mind as you tackle your NEW YEAR!
ReplyDeleteHappy Birthday! I love these, saying no is definitely something im working on this year!
ReplyDeleteAstrology is fascinating and happy new personal year to you.
ReplyDeleteWhat great motivational quotes and inspiration. Happy Birthday to you. I hope your year is everything you want it to be.
ReplyDeleteBut I always try to hard to please everyone. It's very difficult and you end up not taking a stand you feel is right. Happy Birthday!
ReplyDeleteHappy Birthday! I love checking our astrology for my upcoming year on my birthday. Hope yours will be the best!
ReplyDeleteI absolutely love this post and what a great way to celebrate a birthday. I feel that every day is a chance to start over or improve.
ReplyDeleteHave a Joyous birthday and your path filled with light !!!
ReplyDeleteHappy birthday! We truly do get smarter over the years, don't we? Hope this is a great year for you.
ReplyDeleteI love all of these. Happy Birthday!
ReplyDeleteHappy Birthday to you. I think these are all great tips. I struggle with saying "no" on occasion.
ReplyDeleteAwwwww, happy birthday!I don't think we ever stop learning things, do we?
ReplyDeleteGreat mantra for the new year and new you. Love these great positive reminders
ReplyDeleteA happy bornday to you! Thanks for your inspiring quotes and words.
ReplyDeleteHappy Birthday! Love your attitude! Everyone is different, if you love yourself and others, you will be a happier person!!! Love your post!
ReplyDeleteHappiest of birthdays to you, love that you say this is your new year. Cheers to all that you do this New year!
ReplyDeleteLove the quotes! Happy Birthday! I hope you enjoyed your special day to the fullest! Cheers!
ReplyDeleteI hope you have an amazing birthday. You have such a great attitude. I am sure this is going a great year for you.
ReplyDeleteWishing you a great year ahead! I love all the advice in this post. They are all so true!
ReplyDeleteI really needed this motivation this morning. Thank you for your blog always being a sunny spot in my day!
ReplyDeleteHappy Birthday to you! I really love this post you did. I really love a lot of these quotes you have listed too. I really like that you say your birthday is your personal new year. Love it!
ReplyDeleteHappy Birthday. This is really cool looking at it this way. Thanks for sharing.
ReplyDeleteCongrats on another year! My struggles evolve, just like everything. Right now my biggest focus is reteaching myself to prioritize.
ReplyDeleteHappy Birthday,. Wishing you the best day! I love these quotes!
ReplyDeleteI love the concept of your personal new year. Wishing you all the best!
ReplyDeleteI lik[e that qoute by Ed Sheeran. Hapy birthday, I hope you had a great one.
ReplyDeleteHappy Birthday to you! I agree with a lot of your findings here - I think it is very wise advice.
ReplyDeleteAwwww happy birthday luvs!!!!!!! Wishing you a fabulous year ahead :):) xoxo
ReplyDeleteHappy Birthday! I love and agree with so many of those quotes.
ReplyDeleteHappy Birthday/New Year to you!! Sweet of you to treat us with these on your special day! lol
ReplyDeleteSo agree with your first quote. Happy belated birthday, hope you had an awesome day. Wishing you a blessed year ahead.
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