What does INDEPENDENCE mean to you? What is the first thing that comes to your mind when you hear the word?
For years, I thought Independence meant to stand alone, to be FULLY self sufficient. To never ask for help. To be financially 'set' (whatever that means). Over the years, I have learned it is completely the opposite!
Independence, means trusting others. Asking for their help. Realizing that I am not better than or less than, just one of! I get to work and be financially responsible (regardless of the career I have). I get to learn from others that have gone before me how to do things in life.... it may be just a little easier because they have taken the path first. I get to be a responsible citizen of my community. I get to VOTE and pay my taxes. I get to treat others with respect and dignity. I get to be a part of something bigger and greater than I ever dreamed!
My life is full and rich and Independent of what other's think of me. I get to make choices in life today because of the responsible Independence I practice daily in my life.
Here is wishing ALL of you INDEPENDENCE tomorrow and each day of your life! Celebrate YOU!!!
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