Inspiration

There's some sort of spark that is lit within each of us that allows a passion to erupt.  That tingly feeling that creeps from the pit of one's stomach and eventually touches one's heart is a feeling that inspires one to do great things for the world, for others, and for one's self.  Life throws all sorts of obstacles, and I am a firm believer that each and every obstacle will only push each of us to a different success.  As we encounter particular obstacles on our life endeavors, it's easy to throw up the white flag and surrender to the demands of the society around us.  I say there's more; there's more to life than ebb and flow.  There's that passion, that spark, that feeling of butterflies in your stomach that let us open up to those around us, let down our guard, and try and understand everyone's backstory.

I think the fact that each person you encounter in your day, whether it is a close friend, or a passerby on the way to get a cup of coffee, each person has their own story.  Someone's past could be positive or it could be broken.  By looking at the surface, there is no possible way to understand a person's background.  It is not to say that every person we encounter, we can relate to on a personal, emotional, or spiritual level; it's merely impossible to find a meaningful connection with everyone-- differences make the world go 'round; however, by becoming more open and vulnerable individuals, we make it easier to relate to each other.

I can't say my life has been full of rainbows and dandelions; I've had my fair share of hurtful experiences, but I truly believe I went through these instances for a reason.  Sitting at IV large group tonight did not only remind me of the purpose of my troubling times, but also highlighted that I, as does everyone, have the potential to become a light in a room of darkness.  It may not be easy to stand apart from the wave of norms that engulf us, but it is worth it to the many people with broken pasts, looking for the person to relate to them, or at least try to.

This is such a makeshift blog post, my first one as well as you can probably tell, but I hope to use this blog as a source of inspiration to those who need it the most.  Whether you are one of those individuals searching for a better tomorrow, or someone who needs the extra push to serve as an inspiration to others, I hope that you leave inspired.  Anti-bullying will eventually become a common topic, as I dealt with bullying throughout my middle school years.  That is my passion, to help other kids so they don't have to have a broken past, and I hope that I can help mend anyone else's.

Danielle