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Day 9
Inspired by “Excerpt from The Crossover” by Kwame Alexander in Linda Rief’s book, The Quickwrite Handbook. “Daughter, since you asked, I’ll tell you why I’m so hard on myself.” Because I have to prove to myself that I’m worthy. Because I always want to do better. Because as a young child I struggled in school and never felt smart. Because I notice the brilliance around me and feel the need to keep up. Because my parents taught me that hard work pays off. Because I take great pride when my actions help others to feel good. Because I look in the mirror and no longer see the youthful me. Because I wonder why I lost the friends I did along the way. Because my mother used to say, “This isn’t a dress rehearsal.” Because I want to make a difference in the one life I have.
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vicki
3/9/2022 05:04:27 am
So well stated. And why are we harder on ourselves than we ever would be on anyone else? But until we can check off everything on your list, I don't think there's any chance of going any easier. Just for today, give yourself a break and see how it feels, you might like it, or not?
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3/9/2022 07:09:04 am
Wouldn't it be nice if we spoke to ourselves with the kindness and compassion with which we speak to others? Be gentle with yourself. We only have today. Enjoy it.
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Shaista
3/9/2022 11:12:02 am
I love your mother's line the most: "This isn't a dress rehearsal." Moms know best!
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