Courage

For this post, I want to reflect on courage.

Courage isn't always a big action. Courage isn't always loud. Sometimes, it is deciding to get up in the morning despite wanting to just stay in bed all day. Other times, it is choosing to be honest with yourself about something painful. I think we often imagine courage to be a big action like speaking in front of a big crowd or making a big life altering change. But more times than not, courage is quieter, more personal acts. It hides in the in-between spaces of everyday life. 

Courage is saying "I'm not okay" when everyone expects you to be strong

Courage is walking away from something that no longer serves you. 

Courage is showing up again and again, even when you heart feels heavy.

We often don't recognize our own courage because we are too close to our own struggles. We downplay surviving tough days, staying warm in a cold world, and standing out ground when it would be easier to shrink. Yet, these are the most profound expressions of courage! 

As you read this post, I encourage you to reflect on your little moment of courage you may not be seeing. Here's some questions to get you thinking. 

• When was the last time you were courageous? 
• Is there a part of your life where you are needing to be courageous right now? 

Feel free to discuss your answers or any comments on my post below! 

I leave you with a quote:

"Courage starts with showing up and letting ourselves be seen." -Brené Brown