10 Things I've Learned in Hard Times



1. Life is still really good when you know how to count your blessings. Count the highest when it's hardest. 

2. There is good in bad, and opportunity in every crisis. 

3. Hard times can launch you into periods of immense spiritual and personal growth. 

4. What makes you vulnerable, makes you more you. 

5. Sharing your authentic self builds bridges for love, compassion and understanding to cross -- it also makes for a richer more vibrant human experience. 

6. Shame and guilt are soul deadening vibrations. 

7. More love.

8. Everything is temporary. 

9. Happiness is a choice. 

10. Embracing the whole journey is possible.




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  1. AnonymousMarch 4, 2016 at 10:12 AM

    Brittney, you have a beautiful soul! We feel so blessed that God put your sister into Aaron's life. Which in turn, brought Shala, you and your family to be a part of our family!! You are such an inspiration to everyone you meet! Love you! ~Karen

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  2. Yoga by BrittneyMarch 4, 2016 at 10:48 AM

    Karen, you have filled my heart fully :) :) I love you and your whole family too! Aaron is one of my angels. He is light and strength. I feel this, and I'm so grateful our paths crossed too :) I am able to give because of the people like you who accept me for me, love me and encourage me in my truest, flawed form. Thank you!!

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