Quote No. 30 from Encourage Yourself Encourage Others by Anne Devine.
Did you play “the blame game” today?
Did you learn anything?
Le grà,
Mindfully Marie xx
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Hi... failte (Irish for welcome! and pronounced fall-thhha). I'm a newbie to blogging, here just over a year, but what a great year it has been! I've turned the corner to 50 recently and two things become more relevant...time and experiences! Material possessions are less important! Using time wisely and truly experiencing each day holds a new significance for me! If you wish..., a little of the back story... I''m blessed to be married to a kind and loving man for 28 years, we have two children now 19 and 21. As I approached 40 and searching for something more, whilst holding down my then part-time legal secretarial work, I trained as a voluntary adult literacy tutor, with the hope of helping adults improve their literacy skills and have a second, and better experience of learning! However, little did I think that wanting to help others improve their lives would see my own life improve beyond measure also! You see for years I found it difficult to know what to do as I watched our two children suffer at the hands of bullies. Their struggle began to change when I returned to education! Through education I slowly gained valuable knowledge, I grew in confidence and self-esteme and it had a ripple effect! By 2014, aged 47 I had completed a Higher Certificate in Literacy Development and a B.A. in Adult Education. I love my work as an adult educator, particularly when adults trust me enough to let down their defences and 'let me in'. Then I can help them by getting to know what makes them 'tic' and what 'lights their fire!'. As an added bonus along the way I've realised that I also have a love of writing and that writing is cathartic (providing psychological relief through written expression of built up emotions), both for my students and myself. This blog enables me to pursue that new-found interest and I've really enjoying reading your blogs, sharing comments, getting to know so many people and gaining new perspectives. I also like to share any little 'gems' of learning I've gathered along the way! Thanks for sharing your stories and for helping me realise that it is all possible...and that together we write a truly better story! Much love, Marie x
May 11, 2020 at 3:34 pm
Maria! Bless you for these words today! I HAD been so angry towards others who are walking around so mummified that they are only harming themselves instead of protecting themselves. I had to work through the anger, until I again was coming from that of love in order for me to radiate peace and love to those I saw just yesterday as walking mummies. Instead of anger I felt compassion and love for them. I do not have the authority or the power to tell others what to believe or how to behave. But I can accept their decisions, despite disagreeing, and love upon them. Your post only confirmed the much needed inner work I required within me. Thank you! xo
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May 11, 2020 at 9:10 pm
And bless your consciousness Amy, when the light of awareness has come, and we can say, I have forgiven the world, it brings with it hope and we are immediately pain free! We will always need to be a watchful observer, catching ourselves mid judgement. I feel blessed every time I get to share one of Anne Devine’s wise and insightful quotes from her uplifting book. Thank you Amy for your presence in my life and your wonderful responses. Xx
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May 12, 2020 at 12:31 pm
Marie, I read your response last evening but wanted to do it credit so writing today. The anger that is so easy to fall into can be overcome and transmuted into love. You are so welcome for my presence in your life …. I say the very same to you. Bless you for doing what you are! Every bit of light is SO vitally important right now. xo
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May 12, 2020 at 2:18 pm
Thank you Amy, and never worry about when or how much later you reply. Hearing your thoughts is all that matters! It’s not easy but yes we can let go and let love! We will all add to the collective light right now. Thinking of you. Xx
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May 11, 2020 at 9:07 pm
thank you again……….your posts are so refreshing………comforting!
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May 11, 2020 at 9:24 pm
Thank you Wendi, I’m glad this post spoke to you!
Anne Devine’s book is powerful in its ability to cause you to question your thoughts and values while also providing comfort and encouraging us to keep pushing forward, changing our lives and encouraging others along the way! Xx
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May 11, 2020 at 9:25 pm
I think I need to save up to purchase her book, it sounds very enjoyable. Thank you…….
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May 11, 2020 at 9:34 pm
I believe everything comes to us in its own time Wendi. I can say it’s a hard cover book with a beautiful sleeve and very reasonably priced. You’re welcome Wendi. If enquiring via the email details, mention my blog. Xx
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May 11, 2020 at 10:07 pm
will do, thank you! 🙂
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May 11, 2020 at 11:19 pm
Your comfort comes through like a huge heartfelt hug xo
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May 12, 2020 at 1:34 pm
Glad Janie! Xx
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May 12, 2020 at 5:30 am
we all make our own choices … nobody is to blame 🙂
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May 12, 2020 at 2:05 pm
That is true Kate, except when we are disempowered and voiceless we don’t see any other way forward or realise there could be another choice. After the fact, after awareness, after letting go the blame, comes the real growth! Xx
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May 13, 2020 at 12:18 am
true, well stated Marie .. and sadly too true!
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May 12, 2020 at 10:44 am
Marie! Ooohhhh! I saw these quote posts from you and am just now getting to read one. These are so cool! Forgive my tardiness, I’m on my way to read more! (And take notes!) 😊
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May 12, 2020 at 2:07 pm
Kim, that’s the benefit of a blog, they sit there, waiting for the time to be right! I’ll eagerly anticipate your visits, no matter when. Xx
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May 12, 2020 at 12:09 pm
Thank you for sharing!!.. “Holding on to bitterness is like taking poison and expecting the other person to die” (Author Unknown)… 🙂
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May 12, 2020 at 2:14 pm
Dutch that quote is so appropriate! Thank you for always sharing your insightful and helpful responses!
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May 17, 2020 at 3:17 pm
Make your choice and Have no regrets!
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May 17, 2020 at 4:05 pm
Good advice Kally!
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