Routine Is Good But Be Prepared For Interruption

A few weeks ago, I woke up before my alarm clock as usual. I love hearing the first bird chirp as it’s a gentle reminder of how good God is. I was getting ready to start on my morning routine, starting with a workout, when I heard a burst of water sounding like a shower with high pressure. Mind you, I am anticipating the sweet sound of birds singing, and this is before 5 am! As I rushed straight to the bathroom, chileeee, it was already flooding, and the water just kept pouring out. Just when you would think it wouldn’t get any worse, the valve that controls the water going to the sink broke. Imagine having water above your ankle height in your home, crazy, right? Did I mention this was a work day hahaha. I woke my friend up, and we started scooping the water into the tub, and the rest is history.

Okay, Why Are You Talking About Your Flooded Bathroom……..

This is an example of the inevitable interruptions that come with life. We are taught to develop routines and habits that help us grow. While I, too, encourage this, I would like to remind you that life will always have interruptions; we will never achieve perfect conditions. Most of the time, we are either in the waiting season or the stretching season. Today’s personal growth strategy tip is how you respond when these interruptions show up. To live as the best version of yourself, learn how to respond to life’s interruptions with positivity. Having a positive, merry mindset does not mean denial; it means you process the situation but still make the decision to show up with a good attitude. We’ve allowed life’s interruptions to become an excuse for showing up with a bad attitude, throwing tantrums, acting out in anger, and being mean.

There is a famous quote, circulating nowadays, “Be kind because you don’t know what the next person is going through.” I want you to think about this statement even when you are the one who is going through something, don’t use it as an excuse to show up with a bad attitude.

What Interruptions Look Like

Life’s interruptions look different for each person. It might be having to show up for a sick elderly parent when you thought it was your peak season to lock in. For others, it might mean a heartbreak from loss ( of a friend, or romantic partner), it’s an interruption because it stops the flow of how you were used to doing life. All of a sudden, you can’t share life’s moments with someone you were accustomed to sharing them with. An illustration of how you can show up with a positive mindset is as follows:

Reflect on the loss, look at the parts you could have shown up better, and choose to actively and intentionally become better in those areas. Allow yourself to grieve the loss, and at the same time acknowledge the good you had from that relationship. Finally,  choose to show up with an abundance mindset, remembering God is gracious enough to allow you to meet new good people.

Learn To Dance In The Rain

No matter what life interruptions you may be facing right now, choose to dance in the rain. Make your space cozy during the rain, and don’t let it be an excuse to show up with a bad attitude.

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