Stay Strong

I haven't posted in quite a while. In fact I haven't done much of anything with regards to my blog, newsletter or website. I am in the middle of a life changing personal event. In fact it is one of the top 10 most stressful events that anyone can experience. I will try to write more on the topic in the future in the hope of helping others deal with their personal traumas.

This event has resulted in a 15 lb weight loss for me, along with other "fringe benefits". Friends and family keep telling me to take care of myself but it is a challenge at best. Finally I feel that I am getting my strength back. The most important "strength" is my inner strength, my core beliefs, my character and personal integrity. You get the picture.

Getting my control back has been tough because of the situation I allowed myself to fall into (with the best intentions I abdicated my personal power). I can say to anyone that has ever had a trauma in their life and felt a loss of control it is important to regain that control any way you can. Small steps over time are better than "no steps at all.


Rediscover yourself through prayer, meditation, a walk in nature, through the eyes and love of your children, your true friends and physical exercise.

I have slowly started to stretch, do some push-ups, some KB swings or whatever. It keeps my energy flowing and helps me refocus my mind.

I am eternally grateful to my friends and family who have come to my aid in this troubling time. Clients that I have been with for years are offering so much support that I feel that I will never be able to repay their kindness.

To all those hurting I say be grateful for what you have and who you have in your life. Focus on where you want to be and the strength that has always been inside of you. As my oldest friend wrote once.."people have gone through torture, war, interrogation, severe injury and other horrible circumstances.". Keep your perspective and have faith that you (and I) will survive.

God never sends more than you can handle.

Yours in strength and eternal gratitude.

JF