Off to Germany!!

I had a workshop preview for a friend of mine tonight, and it was a lot of fun! One of the things he said was "what do we listen to more often, our inner critic or our inner champion?". Of course, most of us answered our inner critic, because that's what we do. But I encourage you to compliment yourself, starting today!

Since I'm the one who's writing, I guess I'll start. I'm going to compliment myself on being able to enjoy the moment, and be spontaneous. I've been like that most of my life, and I like it. I found out this afternoon that I had an opportunity to go to Germany for 2 weeks with one of my best friends, on airline miles. If I had been too wrapped up in planning, I would have said no. But I didn't, and am ready to go! (A good reason to keep your passport up to date!)

I know this would make many people excited, and just as many terrified. It's all about what you're comfortable with. But find something you like, wait, find something you LOVE about yourself and write it down. Remind yourself of it when you're having a "beat yourself up day" (you know, I'm fat, I hate my job, why can't I have a good relationship....) and if you believe it, it'll turn your mood around. Promise. Even better, write 3 or 4 things you love about yourself and then come up with some for the people you care about and share them with them. Guaranteed they'll brighten their mood too.

I can't wait to tell some travel stories when I get back. Hearing travel stories and seeing the pictures are some of my favorite things, so if you feel the urge, send them to me!