It's easy to have a fair-weather relationship with reality. The truth can be a close ally but it can also be a harsh critic.

Only acknowledging the truth when in its favor, one runs the risk of walking a path of self righteousness. Learning to sit in it when it is showing up and exploring deep short-fallings is a confronting, frightening and often lonely experience, but this is a path to healing and growth.

The past 12 months have been challenging for many reasons. But loss and hardship can force reflection and action. If it weren't for all of the crap, I wouldn't be making plans for myself. I certainly wouldn't be going to the US!