I look in the mirror and see every me;
3pm cocktails, sweet and free,
Sleepless nights and chasing deadlines,
The spotlight shining down on me.
The optimist building a better place,
Sometimes overwhelmed — I lose my breath,
But I carry the storm and move with grace
I face my fears and hold what’s left
All the versions where I grew,
changed and transformed
from someone I once knew
I’ve loved each version,
And will love the ones still forming.
But for now,
I’ll allow every bit of me to be
I won’t search for yesterday’s reflection,
I won’t chase tomorrow’s shadow.
I’ll meet myself —
Here.
Now.
— Here, Lisa T.
I felt a change in the wind 2 years back, and now I’m finally here. The last 2 years had been a mix of arriving, letting go and seeking a new mountain to climb. Each version of me an upgrade but through the transformations lie mountains of doubt.
It had been a journey. Especially though the challenges in my principles and beliefs. As someone who deeply reflects on a daily and quarterly basis, and someone who plans monthly, years and decades ahead, I’m finally learning to slow down and be here right now.
“If you’re always waiting for the next version, when will you enjoy the you now?”
It took me 2 years to unlearn and relearn aspects of myself. It took a lot of work to be here. And I’m finally here. It’s a great place to be. I’m more grounded and adaptable than before.
I found a new mountain to climb. New challenges await, new learnings. Emptying my teacup, and embracing vulnerability this time. The main difference today is that I have many mentors and I’m vulnerable in my being. I reach out for help and killed the ego many times over.
I feel lucky to be able to begin again. With resources, knowledge and help. What a privilege. My heart is full. I’m grateful.
Excited for what’s the come! I like this new version I’m becoming.
Love,
L
Ps: writing this from the plane. Going to take a nap soon.