S.I.T. Day 24: My Core Values

The values that live in my heart ain’t always easy to live up to because, well, I’m human. But at my core…

I believe that authenticity is the foundation for everything. I’ve gotta feel comfortable in my own skin; knowing who I am, what I believe, and what I stand for. Plus what I want, need, and desire to feel successful and fulfilled. And those things shift because life lessons build wisdom, life circumstances show me the impact of choice, and relationships serve as mirrors. So it requires constant self-awareness. But without being grounded in my truth, I have no integrity or sense of direction. And as someone who was raised in a cult, with a value and belief system forced upon me, I know how disempowering that feels. Because of that high control religion, I believe adamantly that it’s my birthright to live my life on my own terms while respecting and protecting the boundaries, beliefs and choices of other people. It’s my responsibility to support the humanity of others and their right to live free of political and socio-economic oppression, discrimination, and violence. Everyone deserves freedom, justice, safety, education, and the right to prosper.

I also believe that connection is imperative for sanity and survival. And god knows that’s been tested during the pandemic. Even as an introvert, I need people. I need communication, vulnerability, honesty, and trust. And conversations to share experiences, ideas, inspiration, and laughter. Or to commiserate, vent, give and receive support. And I need hugs, damnit! Superficial connections devoid of emotional intimacy make me retreat to my inner-world to recharge all by myself.

Lastly, I believe in compassion. To “seek first to understand” versus rushing to judgment. Life is hard AF for so many reasons. I’ve gotta respect everyone’s journey and everyone’s process through pain, change, and growth. And if someone else’s journey triggers me, it’s my job to speak up and/or walk away, take space, mute or block. Or as the old saying goes “Live and let live”.

31 Days of Soaked in Thought

S.I.T is an invitation to SIT with yourself – for a few minutes per day – to think your thoughts, feel your feels & express your emotions with a JOURNALING RITUAL. For the entire month of Jan, I’ll be posting daily journaling prompts as a source of inspiration. Ring in the New Year by getting #soakedinthought

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