Today involved much thinking about the past, its effect on the present and moving into the future. Pop culture advice is to leave the past behind. Yet, the past developed the person we each are today. It can't be fully left behind. Examination of experiences that have an impact on our current behaviours is one part of dealing with the past -- acknowledge it -- and then move forward. So we don't really leave it behind; instead we face it head on and let it go. In this way, we allow ourselves to live in the present and the future and not to be stuck in the past.
All of that sounds reasonable, but it is not an easy task. Coming to terms with the unpleasant parts of our lives can be done -- it takes time and dedication mixed with a touch of courage. There will be days when the ghosts of the past visit, but the goal is that they are mercifully short visits. <smile>. Understanding who we are can be rather freeing, I believe. So the introspection can assist with knowing and liking oneself.
A song came through my mind today as I was walking along Main Street. The lyrics speak to the desire to move forward. The title is a bit odd, but if you look at it long enough, it will make sense after listening to the lyrics. I love the vocals on this one. Some of you may recognize her as Leather Tuscadero and if you do you are showing your age <grin>. Enjoy!
Cat Size -- Suzi Quatro
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