14 years of committing to Journaling
In 2011, I committed to the practice of journaling.
This decision took me away from the road of destruction and put me back on the road of redemption.
Fourteen years later, many things have improved because of this: I have created a new foundation and identity, a much stronger character.
I have written a book and have a new promising writing career and I keep going strong.
Commitment, when made with the heart, holds a profound and enduring power, surpassing the transient influence of the mind.
In the heart resides the truth that we so much seek.
In the mind, there can be other thoughts that are not necessarily in our best interest.
These thoughts can serve only our ego.
15 Years in a relationship that served my ego.
In 2003, I met a kind Italian woman. At that time, I was very insecure with my identity. I didn’t know where I stood as a man or as a human being.
I was 31, but inside me, I was still a boy.
A boy who didn’t learn how to get his needs met.
So I let my fears make this choice, and it served me well for a while, but as anything with selfish aims had a deadline. It couldn’t go any further because my heart wasn’t there.
It was through this unwavering commitment to journaling, a ritual practice I hold dear, that I was able to peel back the layers and uncover my true self. This journey of self-discovery has been instrumental in my personal growth.
After pouring out my confessions on paper, I found there was nowhere left to hide. The end of my ego-driven relationship was a painful but necessary step towards the self-awareness and growth I so desperately needed.
The end came, but not for journaling.
Journaling is a practice I am committed to for life, and it has been instrumental in my journey of self-awareness and personal growth.
Commit To Your Greatness
Each soul has greatness because it has God within.
When you commit with all your heart to something that you love, it has the potential to last longer, perhaps even to infinity.
This unwavering commitment is a powerful force that can drive you towards your biggest goal in life, your personal growth. It’s a journey worth embarking on, and with commitment, you can reach your destination.
Thank you for sharing this piece. I really appreciate your honesty and the way you explore the journey from ego-driven choices to heart-centered awareness.
I do have a question, if you don’t mind sharing more: you mentioned 15 years in a relationship that served your ego. I’d love to hear what you feel you gained or learned from that relationship itself, beyond the clarity it gave you about self-awareness.
What did those years teach you about love, connection, or even yourself?
I ask because your writing hints at a deep awareness, but I’m curious about the specific insights that came from living through that relationship and what it revealed about the human experience.
Thank you again for your openness, I really look forward to hearing more if you’re willing to share.