Notes To My Younger Self

If competing is making you step up and achieve something at a higher level, that’s good and productive. If competing leaves you feeling anxious and looking around, distracting you from enjoying your own unique gifts, then that’s a problem. Be sure to check yourself to see which muse you are chasing. E.L. Chappel author of…

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Notes To My Younger Self

Your weaknesses are your greatest strengths. Don’t hide them or be embarrassed by them. Embrace them, nurture them, and they will show you the essence of who you are. A unique, balanced, being. E.L. Chappel author of Spirit Dance/Storm Makers/Coming very soon: The Surge Remember, life’s a journey. What kind of adventure would it be…

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Notes To My Younger Self

People’s actions will hurt you if you let them. In my experience, the most unkind acts come from the most unhappy hearts. When you find yourself in this situation— willingly or unwillingly—try to think of that heart like it has the flu. Not just a 24-hour virus or a week long superbug that will pass,…

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Notes To My Younger Self

Sometimes circumstances will seem overwhelming, even insurmountable. But if you approach the challenges, one wire at a time, you’ll be able to manage and resolve whatever curve ball is pitched in your path. E.L. Chappel author of Spirit Dance/Storm Makers/Coming very soon: The Surge Just because you haven’t done it before, doesn’t mean you can’t…

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