The Essence of a Woman I

I am capable. I am worthwhile.
I am beautiful. I am lovable. I am strong.
I shall accept both my strengths
and my weaknesses, for they are me.

I shall never again believe the "lie"
that if I make mistake, I am a mistake.
My mistakes are the learning tools
that I shall encounter on my life journey.

When I learn from my mistakes
I give them meaning
When I give my mistakes meaning
I can begin to forgive myself
I can begin to heal.

I shall not use my mistakes
as excuses to give up on me...
My mistakes are not me.

I shall seek the wisdom to nurture
my heart, mind, body, and soul
so that I may feel more centered...

...providing an energy reserve that allows
me to climb the mountains in my own life...

...providing an energy reserve that allows
me to love and support others who
are climbing a different mountain

...providing an energy reserve tht allows
time for friends, play and the celebration of life.

-- from Anonymous