How much are we willing to take?

I’ve been observing an interesting phenomenon related to my age. Older I get, less sh… of other people I’m willing to take.

I admit, not really unexpected and by no means a revolutionary revelation as many wise people talk about it, but when you notice the shift in your own life – it’s quite a thing.

First, you observe what’s happening to you with curiosity and a little bit of distrust. It’s like observing someone else – someone wiser, someone you have always admired. Mesmerised by their calm and collected manner. Managing to get their message across very clearly but without getting emotional. Making a clear point politely but firmly and walking away. It’s an art – I always thought. How do they do it?

And then you reach a certain age and priorities change. Your views of what’s important changes and your own SENSE OF SELF-WORTH changes. It’s not pride and ego talking anymore. It’s a simple human need of living the life of respect – respecting yourself and others.

I am writing about this because I’ve experienced a couple of (from my perspective) significant situations in the last few weeks when “normally” I would just put my head down and get on with things.

I caught myself not being willing to put my head down this time. A little scary, a little rebellious (particularly internally), definitely outside of my comfort zone, but extremely liberating. Instead, I’ve observed detaching myself from the situation and trying to assess the best approach I want to take. And it’s not me just getting on with it and neither it’s me getting emotional and throwing tantrums (like I would in the past??).

It’s me being clear about what’s important to me and speak up in a clear and calm manner. And potentially walking away, if needed. But more than that, it’s me being aligned with who I am. 

It’s called maturing, I guess. Almost makes me giddy. Can’t wait to see what’s coming.

If you know what I’m talking about and you’ve gone through your alignment stage, let me know please. I love learning from wise people. I love learning about life and having truly important conversations.

Have a great weekend.

Michaela x

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