Birthdays are so special because they are supposed to be a reminder that you're getting older, bolder and more of who you are supposed to be.
Every year I turn a year older is very significant to me because I become more aware of my true identity, my wholesomeness and think more of the legacy I will leave behind when my time is up down here.
Birthdays for me are days that serve as a reminder, a mirror that reflects the end of the type of life you choose for yourself, and for us to reflect on how to find true essence and fulfilment in our lives . Every year is an opportunity to make better decisions and reinvent yourself and right now is the right time.
The best thing I did for myself in the last 4 years of my life was record my thoughts and experiences in a journal, it really changed my life.
I used to struggle with shyness alot, I really didn't crave social activities, I don't know if it was because I was shy but I would rather read about the show or ceremony then be there in person, I just felt it was alot to handle.
Over the years I came to realize that doing all of that was just a way to keep me small, so small and comfortable that I couldn't see that I was cheating myself of the amazing things of life, the experience and happiness that comes with associating with people, the lessons that are learnt through partnership and feelings you feel from hearing other people's stories.
I stumbled over a podcast on YouTube that really changed my life completely, I began to see how much limitations I brought upon my self and how much opportunity I was missing, it was an eye opener for me that was the moment I decided to reinvent myself, allow myself experience every bit of life.
It's my birthday today and I can not keep calm you guys😁(literally, I'm typing on my phone and pacing aggressively), I'm happy about the quality of my life right now, it is very different from what it used to be, although I know that I'm still on a journey but I'm proud of how far I have gone.
Before I share how I spent my day, let me do a quick recap (I promise to be quick) of my birthday from last year😂
I regret that I lost most of the pictures from that very special day but it was amazing. I went out with two friends, ate, took pictures, had interesting conversations (the best part of my day) 😂. It was not much compared to what I had in mind ( I initially wanted to throw a party but I did not due to some personal issues) but it was special and we made memories, I loved every part of it, from the time I woke up, said my prayers I was showered with love from my family, I received calls, gifts, prayers from left, right, center honestly I was overwhelmed with joy.
So I kept to my promise, that recap is the quickest I have seen in my entire life, don't you agree?🌚
I enjoyed the peace I experienced last year on my birthday, the simplicity was so calming so I decided that this year I would do the same thing plus I wasn't even in the mood for a party or anything of that sort. Oh! Did I forget to mention that I had a birthday photoshoot too bad I wasn't able to record my photoshoot experience 😔 because I was working with limited time and my friends were too busy to go with me to the studio.
So today I did something nobody would ever do on their birthday, I stayed home but!!! Shockingly I was so happy, I had an amazing time alone. I know this sounds weird but😂 I promise I had a good time and I will cherish this moment for the rest of my life.
I watched alot of television, recieved calls, ate alot of food ( that I don't have pictures of🤦) and I was on my phone for the rest of the day even up till now🌚
I know that today has been less eventful but it meant a lot to me and I Know that a new and better life awaits me in this journey of life, so I'm going through this path with lots and lots of positivity, using the challenges I encounter as a drill to extract my hidden strengths and manifest my inner greatness.
Thank you all for stopping by and reading up till this point, this means alot.
Happy Birthday to me🎉
I hope for the best of years to come