Finding Joy in What We Collect and Learning to Let Go
We all collect things. Some are tangible – like my beloved Nora Fleming minis – while others are the emotional baggage we carry with us through life. But here’s the thing: not all the things we collect are meant to stay.
When I look at my Nora collection, each mini brings back a happy memory. I swap them out on my favorite pieces, like my paper towel holder or salt and pepper shakers, to keep my space fresh and joyful. Every mini holds a little piece of happiness, and by surrounding myself with them, I create a home that inspires and uplifts me.
But my Nora collection isn’t just about decorating my home. It also brings me confidence, gratitude, and appreciation because it’s a significant part of my business success. Seeing how much our customers love these minis reminds me of the positive impact we’re having. It’s a beautiful blend of personal joy and professional fulfillment. I’m grateful for how these little pieces have not only brought happiness into my own home but have also contributed to the growth of **bbQ & More**.
That said, not everything we hold onto brings us joy. Sometimes, we cling to things that weigh us down – regrets, guilt, or even possessions that no longer serve us. This is where the real work comes in: letting go.
Letting go doesn’t mean forgetting; it means making space for what truly matters. It means releasing the past so we can fully embrace the present and the future.
As you start your weekend, I encourage you to think about what you’re holding onto – both physically and emotionally. Ask yourself, “Does this inspire me? Does this serve me?” If the answer is no, maybe it’s time to let go.
And when you make space in your life, you’ll find there’s more room for the things and people who bring you joy. Whether it’s your Nora minis, family, or a cherished memory, hold onto what inspires you. Everything else? Let it go. 🌟
You are not your past, and you don’t have to carry the weight of things that no longer serve you. Embrace what lights you up and supports the best version of yourself.
Sending you all the love and light as we head into the weekend!
This is what I read this week that moved me.
Is it time now to let go of the heaviness you have placed on yourself through blaming or shaming yourself regarding your past?
You are not your past. You are not that version of yourself now. And back then, you acted the way you did… said things you may have regretted, or had thoughts that were very judgemental… because you were living life in the only way you knew how for who you knew yourself to be at that time.
Don’t beat yourself up over a lifetime for your past. It’s done, forgive yourself and move on.
Be the best version of yourself NOW.
And, if you are wondering how to know THIS CURRENT amazing version, just go into your heart, there is a beautiful deeply loving, authentically true version of you waiting to be discovered.
~ Janine Savient 💛
It’s easy to look back and question decisions you have made in the past, but it’s unfair to punish yourself for them.
You can’t blame yourself for not knowing back then what you know now, and the truth is you made each decision for a reason based on how you were feeling at the time.
As we grow, we learn and we evolve.
Maybe the person you are now would have done things differently back then, or maybe you are the person you are now because of the decisions you made back then ..
💕 Susie
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