As July 4th is approaching, I am…
Claiming independence from the fears that have kept me imprisoned.
Claiming independence from what if? and replacing it with what is.
Claiming independence from self doubt and shame.
Claiming independence from the stories I tell myself about life should be.
Claiming independence from expectation that anyone can deprive me of anything.
Claiming independence from the belief that anyone can give me what I don’t already have or be for me what I am not already, myself.
Claiming independence from my harsh inner critic that tells me I can’t have what I want.
Claiming independence from decisions and actions from the past that I can’t go back and change.
Claiming independence from attempting to control others and their decisions and actions.
Claiming independence from worry and fear.
Claiming independence from comparison and envy.
Claiming independence from overwhelm.
Claiming independence from addictive behaviors.
Claiming independence from the juxtaposed conditions of overwork and procrastination.
Claiming independence from chaos.
Claiming independence from helplessness and hopelessness.
I celebrate my freedom from self imposed tyranny.
I declare freedom from:
a belief that I can’t be financially prosperous
denial of my talents
limiting thoughts of any kind
my history, knowing that it need not be my destiny
feeling intimidated by anyone
not enough/too much thoughts about myself
envy of those who have what I want in life
carrying the weight of the world
resentments
judgments of others
fear of speaking my truth
asking for only what I think people will say yes to
pitching my work for fear that it/I will be rejected
comparing myself to others who are doing what I want to do
second guessing my choices
I declare freedom to
live out loud
take my light out from under a bushel
be colorful
be bold and badass
release caring what everyone thinks about my choices
love whoever and however I choose
ask for whatever I want, being able to accept the answer no matter what it is
rock the boat and make waves
go out on a limb
be on the world stage
be in a committed life relationship with the love of my life
be emotionally naked and vulnerable
live authentically
shrug off disapproval
show up, stand up and speak out for social justice
be a force for good in the world
make each day ridiculously amazing
determine what I want and go for it, audaciously
take the time to BE and not do, more often
be self-compassionate
make every moment count
listen to the voice of spirit
live my passion and purpose
be healthy, strong and flexible
sing and dance my dreams to life
let go gracefully
be open to receive
Feeling my freedom. What a revolutionary act! What is your declaration of independence?
From Moscow on the Hudson, a lesser known film starring Robin Williams that is resplendent with themes of independence.
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