Mistakes -

They happen to all of us, everyone.

And it’s not so much that they happen but more so how you react. Reactions are such a key part of life, you can’t control what others may say or do, you can only control how you react to what others may say or do. Same goes for mistakes, ya know?

Reality is, you’re going to make a mistake and life will, without a doubt, without a single hesitation, go on… The sun is going to rise tomorrow morning just like the moon is going to be in the sky tonight. It’s not going to stop. Every day, no matter what you do or don’t do, the sun and moon will continue their dance.

Will you dwell on the mistake made? I hope not, it’s okay to feel it, to validate that it was made, but please, please don’t dwell on it because your days are going by and you deserve to shine!

Some mistakes may have taken time. Maybe you knew it wasn’t what you were supposed to be doing. You made the choice though, there’s a chance you thought about it before hand, during and throughout. Again, it’s okay. You may have fucked up, but it’s okay. There is no rewind button or life.

Validate it, accept it, apologize for it (if needed), and move forward without making it again. (making the same mistake over and over, well, that’s on you. LOL)

1. Acknowledge it: Facing your mistake head-on and owning up to it can be the best way to start healing from the mistake you made. It won’t change what happened, but acknowledging your error and recognizing how it makes you feel is a big step in being able to move on.

2. Make amends: Depending on the nature of the mistake, sometimes taking action to try and make things right can help you put it behind you more quickly. Apologize, pay back any money owed, or volunteer—whatever works for your situation.

3. Learn from it: Once you’ve accepted responsibility for your mistake (or even if you didn’t cause it), take time to reflect on what happened and consider how you can prevent similar mistakes in the future. Ask yourself questions like, “What could I have done differently?” or “How can I do better next time?”

4. Forgive yourself: Mistakes are a part of life and it’s important to remember that everyone makes them. Don’t beat yourself up over something you cannot change; be compassionate towards yourself instead. Talk to someone if you need help forgiving yourself, if needed.

5. Move forward: Focus on what is still within your control—the present moment and the choices you make from here on out. Take small steps to move past the mistake instead of dwelling on it; replace negative thinking with positive self-talk. Work on creating a better future for yourself and don’t forget to celebrate your successes along the way!

No matter what mistake you made, it doesn’t have to define who you are as a person. With these tips, you can start to move past whatever happened and get back to living your best life again. Life is too short for regret or guilt—keep your chin up, your heart full and your soul bright, and press on!

Are You Better Than Everyone Else?

Trying to be your best isn’t the same as trying to be better than someone else. Even if, in the end, you are better than others, why is better than someone your goal? How is that good for your soul, how is that good for your shine?

Why aim to be better than someone else? Why does that truly even matter? When did being better than someone else become more important than being your best for yourself? Is it social media? Is it narcissism? Is it that next like?

I’m not saying not to win the race, not to create a masterpiece, not to shine so freakin’ bright! But to do so for yourself, to grow stronger for yourself, to simply be the best you can be for yourself.

Get this, what if instead of trying to be better than someone else you chose to learn from someone else? What if you took steps toward the things you can control, again, being the best you can be?

When do we start becoming the best for ourselves and no one else?

So what now? Where do you go with your day? What can you do to help someone else? Is there something you need to do that is holding up a next step, is there something you can do to bring brightness to someone else day?

Just one thing, one smile, one helping hand, one to-do checked off a list, one hug, can indeed save someone’s life.

You Got This - Tim