2014 has come to an end, and I can't say that I am sad to say goodbye. It's not that 2014 was bad, it wasn't; but it was a year of constant flux. Flux that was entirely self-induced, but flux nonetheless; flux self-induced, or not, is still flux.
I spent much of 2014 pondering happiness, more specifically, my happiness. What makes me happy, not someone else's views of what makes, me happy. Another aspect I looked at, in 2014, were the relationships I have in my life. Are they authentic relationships? Do they make me a better person (or give me the desire to be a better person?). Do they bring me joy and laughter? Do they offer me opportunities to be encouraged, and to encourage? If the answer to these questions was not yes, then I felt it was time to step back and ask myself whether the relationship was one that I wanted to continue with, or not. In doing this, it also allowed me to look at the relationships that I, perhaps, have been, neglecting, or not giving the level of attention I should have.
Throughout the year, I experienced moments of joy and moments of hurt and sadness (as I think most people do in the span of a year). But, through everything, I learned a tremendous amount about myself. Through the flux of the year, I found a job that I am very happy with, and for that I am thankful each and every day. I feel blessed with opportunities that have been put in front of me. I feel that I am focusing on the right relationships in my life and I will continue on fostering those positive relationships.
So, with all of this, I am happy to say so long to 2014 and thank you for the lessons learned. And to 2015, I say welcome friend!
What were some of your lessons learned in 2014?
Until the next time,
The Girl in the Red Bug
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