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Thursday, March 31, 2016

Be Bold and Brave

I named this blog Be Bold and Brave after reading another girls story in her IVF journey---go read it! Just search "A Slice of Style" and you'll find it. She mentioned she was going to Be Bold and so I looked up what it means to be bold and found this awesome article on WikiHow. Here are some things I loved in it.
How to be bold:
Stop hesitating and do something. Is there something you've been wanting or trying to do, but can't seem to get the courage up? Doing something new and unexpected may make you vulnerable or afraid. Don't give in to those feelings.

Um yes, yes, and yes. I've felt that.

Boldness is the opposite of hesitation. Whenever you're feeling hesitant in interactions with others, or in making a decision for yourself, learn to swallow your pride and make the first move.

OK swallowing pride and making my move to share my story.

Ultimately, boldness has to do with understanding your strengths and weaknesses, then moving beyond them. Don't try to hide your problems or failures, but accept them as part of you.

Yes no more hiding. They are a part of me.


Then I thought what does it mean to be brave? So again WikiHow was my answer.

How to be brave:
Admit that you're scared. Bravery doesn't mean that you're never afraid — it means that you're afraid, but you move forward anyway, even in the scariest moments. When you try to push emotions away, they often just become stronger. Instead, acknowledge that you feel the way you feel. You will be able to better deal with your emotions when you’re honest about them.

Moving forward although I'm afraid of another loss, miscarriage and heartache.

Accept vulnerability. A common reason we’re afraid is because we worry about being vulnerable. With vulnerability comes the possibility of uncertainty, hurt, or risk. However, being vulnerable also opens you to love, connection, and empathy.

You are right again wiki.

Things may not always go smoothly. Brave people understand this and get back up when they fall down.

I want to be brave. I want to always get back up when I fall down.

There is so much more on being brave go read for yourself. It won't disappoint!
http://m.wikihow.com/Be-Brave

One of my favorite pictures of Christ by Mark Mabry. I love seeing the nail mark in his hand and it always brings to mind the scripture: " Behold, I have graven thee upon the palms of my hands" 1 Nephi 21:16

I don't have to BE BOLD and BRAVE alone. I have a loving Savior who knows exactly what I'm feeling and dealing with and how grateful I am for His love and comfort as I face my trials. 

So I want to be BOLD and BRAVE this round of IVF. I want to share my true feelings the good and the bad.

So here I am sharing on a blog....ready, set,  gooooooo!

1 comment:

  1. You truly are the very essence of these words Angie. Great words. We are so proud of you and Neal. 🌺

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