Parts of Me

Heyyyyyy Misfits!

Last week, I talked about my why and trusting myself (see previous blog posts). Having pulled back those layers, I know my why. If I’m keeping it 💯, I trust parts of me. Though late in the game, here I sit – once more – trying to rediscover, regain, and redefine the whole Corrine...

I will state the obvious👉🏾 there are countless things that make me who I am. Those things include family, friends, experiences, instincts, emotions, dreams, goals, faith, values, etc. Each of these are parts of my whole. Every part has a role with decent intentions. PLEASE keep in mind, some parts are more mature than others. My parts are as follows:

Creative – often looking for innovation; relatable & forward-thinking.

Curious - needs to understand.

Compassionate – wants everyone to be happy; fair & non-judgmental.

Candid – makes my needs/wants known.

Childish – wishes we didn’t have to grow up; nostalgic & fun-loving.

Cynical - questions motives/intentions.

Calculated – peculiar, method to my madness; things should be done in an order.

Cautious – treads lightly on matters of the heart; considers how actions affect others.

Learning to nurture my parts is eye-opening. It allows me to minimize the messiness of growth. It has also improved communication in my marriage and helped me understand my children. I am a giver, so I give cheerfully but I won’t be used. When I say, ‘I love you’, I love completely, but won’t tolerate abuse. I guess you can say, “I found the balance”.

As you can see, no two parts of me are the same. Though I allow you to see the “real me”, most of you have not seen the whole me. Our relationship determines which parts and their maturity level, you get to experience. I am a flawed, masterwork – still in progress.

It's not who I am that holds me back, it's my self-loathing for who I am not. Erroneous vantage point, sugah! I am meek not weak. In other words, I viewed meek as weak 🤦🏾‍♀️. I place value on reciprocity, respect, and genuineness. I no longer need approval. I’ve let go of the need to be understood. I’m done explaining why I need to shield my soul from pain. I love you, but your access is limited. I have nothing to prove, but everything to protect. All you are - all I am…is enough.

Do you know your parts???

Know who you are. Know you are enough.

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