Finding Strength in Unexpected Places
Monday Morning Inspiration How was your holiday last week? I don’t know about you, but I’m ready for a vacation from my holiday! It was such a lovely whirlwind, but I need a little downtime to catch my breath. That’s the way it works for me as an introvert. I love my people so much, but I also need to recharge in a quiet, undemanding space to feel like myself again. For a long time, though, I thought my introverted tendencies and need for quiet were a weakness. As a kid, I spent hours wandering the woods, gathering wildflowers, snacking on wild strawberries, and dancing where no one could see me. Those moments of solitude filled me up. Afterward, I felt ready to face the world again. But I kept that part of myself quiet, believing that needing downtime somehow made me “less than.” Looking back now, I realize how wrong I was. Thank you Holly Gerth, one of my favorite introverts! Those so-called 'weaknesse...