10 reasons it's going to be okay

Rough day? Tough week? I totally get it. Been there. BUT! My sad little friend, I'm here to put the pep back in your step. I'm going to put the Alfredo sauce back on your noodles! Oh, wow.. okay..that came out wrong- but you catch the drift.

Feel lousy NO MORE! (and I hope you're smiling by this point..no, not even a little one? ahh- there we go) Okay, so now that we're all smiling, here are 10 reasons why everything is going to be okay.

Uno. 

Tu eres muy bonita! (insert needed accent marks). Just kidding, I'm not here to speak a foreign language or convince you that life is all goo goo's and gaga's- even though that first statement is true. (you know- the one about you being beautiful.)  I just want you to know that you're enough. And whatever problem/situation/drama that's infecting your mood right now..well, it's probably meant to be.

Two. 

What is bothering you? I'm not asking a rhetorical question. I want you to say it. Right now. Just talk to your computer. I want you to cry. Stop being so strong for everyone. Let. It. Out. Sometimes  tears pave the way to the next chapter. They allow you to rid of emotion and hurt and stress. Open  the dam. (in this case..your tear ducts) Let out the water. Then, when it's all gone..shut the door. And start fresh.

Three.

Allie and Noah found each other after 7 years a part. Trust me, you'll find your way. (don't grow a beard along the way, though. Pretty sure Ryan Gossling is the only man who I'm still attracted to with a beard.)

Four. 

Those people you're trying to impress? They're weird, too. They're just too busy blending in and not brave enough to stand out. So, take a stance. Stand out! Even if they're hating on you for it. PS) As  my wise cousin, Katie Latimer, says.."Haters gonna hate. Potatoes gonna Po Tate."

Five: 

You'll come out of this mess a winner. I mean, Chris Brown made a comeback.

Six:   

You don't owe anything to anyone. Feel how you want to feel. Be justified in knowing that you know what's best for you. I don't mean to sound like a hallmark card, but being confident in who you  are- what you want- and where you are going is soo hard.. but I know, in my heart that one day you'll get there. I already believe it. Why don't you?

Seven:

You don't have chlamydia.. or do you? Just teasing. See, humor is literally a funny thing. Stop being so serious. And just laugh/joke about the situation- or just in general. It'll make you feel  better.

Eight:

People who are confused will fall into old habits. Break promises. Seeking validation from others and acceptance, not caring who gets hurt along the way. And maybe that's the reason why you're reading this. Or maybe it's not. Say how you feel. Apologize. Or live with it, free of outside input. Whatever the case- whoever you are- it's never too late. But I think you already know that.

Nine:

When no one understands you, music will.

Ten:

Oprah Winfrey says that  true forgiveness is saying, "thank you for that experience." How beautiful is that? And it applies to so much more than forgiveness. So, when it's over- say thank you. Be grateful. And know that you- being different than everyone else- is a blessing to the entire world. EMBRACE IT!

Keep dancing. Sizzle & spice make for excellent times!