Anchored in Peace... Rooted in Purpose.
This is a tuffy, even for me. I won’t tell any porkies (British slang for “lies”)—I still struggle.
Even after cutting out distractions, energy drainers and excuses, I still catch myself slippin’. Repeating the same bad habits that pull me away from my own peace and the mindset to live with gratitude for all I have.
Self-doubt? Letting others pull me into a downer?
That’s the sneakiest form of self-sabotage.
I love to believe that I have mastered my energy, only to find myself caught in the gravitational pull of negativity. A bad day turns into a bad mood, and suddenly, the smallest things hit me like a knockout round in the “Power Slap League,” as I b*tch-slap myself into oblivion.
Next thing I know I am venting about this, that or whoever—unknowingly pouring gasoline on a fire that I allowed someone else to ignite.
Here is how the plot-of-life thickens: Anchoring ourselves in peace and rooting thyself in purpose isn’t “just” about eliminating external chaos—it’s about mastering our internal dialogue. It’s about choosing not to let fleeting frustrations take up permanent residence in our electromagnetic presence. It’s all about recognizing when we are slipping into old setbacks while wiping hostility from our thoughts and speech before we drive ourself nuts—straight off a mind-cliff into the bottom of a canyon with no way to climb back out.
Because the truth? Our thoughts and words shape our reality by speaking them into existence—we can either continually suffocate ourselves into a downward spiral into the abyss or choose to break the pattern that has never worked for us, leave our comfort zones and put in the work so that we may prosper.
No more affording any inconvenience, annoyance or trigger dictate our next move or mood.
How I Protect My Peace and Purpose in Life:
Detach Ouselves from the Fear of Outgrowing Those Around Us
Maybe we have known them forever or maybe we feel as if we “owe them”something—but if their energy drags us down or we are always the one who reaches out first: it’s time to observe without absorbing or letting go of what was never there—true friendship.
Safeguard our peace by refusing to engage in drama and one-sided friendships.
Stop Over Explaining & Justifying Ourselves
I am so guilty of this. At times, I catch myself explaining, defending and justifying—but here’s the truth: Manipulators thrive on making us second-guess ourselves.
We don’t owe anyone an explanation. When gaslighters guilt trip, twist our words or push blame, step away. Silence speaks louder than their need for control.
Redirect & Rise Above the Negative Chaos of Life
Some people want us on their level—taking the bait is a spirit-depleting choice.
Instead of reacting, we need to redirect our energy. Pour it into something that snaps us in a gracious, positive state of mind: a workout, creative DIY, deep breaths, a walk in nature or pretending that you are in the market for a puppy or kitten—embrace yourself with the unconditional love of a furry animal.
Honoring our peace isn’t about proving a point—it’s about maintaining our unshakable calm with fearless clarity and soul-level security.
The moment we stop feeding their chaos—they stop feeding on and diminishing us.
Defend our peace like the quality of our lives depends on it—because the life we choose to create… does.
