Important Reminders to Help Maintain A Sense of Self

• Just like you declutter your home or closet of material possessions, the same is useful for the mind. Assess your beliefs about yourself and the world religiously.

• The amount of time we spend giving externally needs to be reciprocated by receiving internally. We can only be so balanced when our masculine and feminine side are aligned.

• No matter how much you stress out, the universe always delivers. Will you choose to stress out or surrender?

• Life is a balance and while we undergo change in no way should we feel we are lacking or losing something.

• Change is constantly being delivered. Change is the only promising thing the universe gives us.

• Being open to foreign environments and beliefs will forge countless opportunities for you.

• Experience is the teacher.

• It's okay to say "I don't know" and it's okay to truly not know. Your 20s can be filled with "I don't know."

• If you don't know what to do, don't do anything. The answer isn't available for a reason...But will come any moment now.

• If wanting to be around authentic souls, we need to show up first as that authentic soul.

• Your body is smart enough to tell you if you're going in the right direction. Listen!

• When it comes to moving forward, the next choice may not be the most practical but will provide a calming sensational internally.

• Life is understood backward but lived forward. Make mistakes, get drunk, read, be bold, embarrass yourself, kiss whoever you want, do karaoke, lay in the sun, and hold your own hand.

• We can be sad and grateful at the same time. We can be happy and confused at the same time.

To me, these important reminders, thoughts, and values help me maintain a sense of self through illusionary nonsense. But just know, I can share these statements and lessons with the world but it is in one's own experience where they truly understand the lessons. It's one's own sensations, heartbreak, tears, miracles, discomfort, grief, and laughs where one can truly cultivate understanding.

Push yourself. Be bold. Be loud. Be confident. Go for the kiss. Order the foreign dish. Attempt to speak the local language. Dress in the local attire. Hug a stranger if needed. Never be afraid to ask for help. Maintain humor.

Now is the moment..What are you waiting for?

Peace and love,

Chelsey Grace