It's OK to feel that you have failed, it's OK to know that you have failed according to your own rules or goals, but you can take a deep breath and try again. Breathe and hold your Self until the wave subsides. Sometimes the going is tough, tough trials come our way and the burden of life is overwhelming⦠You feel like a cork in the sea being battered about by the waves, though storms rage within and without you are still you. You are still aiming for Life. Be kind to the flailing parts of you. Stretch a hand out and trust your way back to the Center.
This is how I sometimes feel when I have veered off the path that leads to my goals. Sometimes when I don’t look after myself with respect I become disappointed and feel like I have failed myself. The feeling of failure is natural; what needs to be re-learnt is being respectful and kind to your Self in all circumstances. Self-respect. Self-care. This is what I re learn over and over. I have the rest of my lifetime to practice it. Come along with me on the Journey of Self-respect.

This really encourages me.
Thank You Morag!
Sx
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That’s lovely to hear π
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Profound and inspiring poem, Morag and yes at times we veer away from the path but we can always come back and live our lives with love and joy.
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Yes, exactly. There is room for growth and flow.
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Yes completely agree with you.
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Thank you for your encouragement. I am glad you found it inspiring π€
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You are always welcome Moragππ»ππ»ππ»πππ
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I’m on board the self-respect ship already, you don’t have to ask twiceπ. Thank you for reminding us to be kind to ourselves when we veer off the road that leads to our destinations.
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π€π€You are welcome.
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I also love your painting. It reminds me of the Tudors. I don’t know why. π€·π½ββοΈ
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Thank you. It’s originally a set of 4 paintings symbolizing growth, change and metamorphosis… Something that is close to my heart. π
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It’s beautiful. May I share it on my Instagram handle, @dorchass?
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Yeah with pleasure, thank you for checking.
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I am trying to find you on Instagram but I am not having success. I am morag_armstrong_noffke on Instagram
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Ok, I’ll find you.
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Self respect is so important for self esteem and self confidence. Your post is spot on! Thank you!
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Thank you, hugs π€π
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