#reverb10 Day 4:
Prompt: Wonder. How did you cultivate a sense of wonder in your life this year?
Another word for wonder is “awe,” and this year, I have been in awe of my ability to overcome and perservere. It may sound pompous to say that I’m in awe of myself, but know that I’m rarely one to toot my own horn, and thinking highly of myself has never come easy.
When I lost my job over the summer, it could have been the straw that broke the camel’s back. The past few years had been the most difficult of my life. It would have been totally understandable if I had freaked out, become totally depressed, or wanted to give up. I had some days when I was frustrated and angry with the Universe, but, somehow, I kept on going and believing that things would work out. Four and a half months later, I got a job offer, and I am now happily employed.
Looking back now, and considering everything else that’s gone on this year, I’m so proud of myself for the strength and maturity I’ve shown. I’ve learned that it’s okay to give yourself a pat on the back every once in a while, to be in awe of yourself. In fact, I recommend we all try it sometime.
