An Unlikely Moment of Personal Growth

Now, normally puke is not something that you would call a good thing...

And at 3 a.m. this past week, I didn't necessarily either.

As a mom of a 6 & 8 year old, this was just my 2nd experience with a sick kid (amazing, I know). And just like that time, it was a one-and-done expulsion.

Buuuut this time had the added twist of-

• 3 a.m.

• unexpectedness

• ALL over the bathroom floor

So just exactly how is this a win?

With all of the work I've put into knowing myself better, deeply, is that it fills me with confidence when I can draw upon that knowledge and use it.

Between the practices I put into the Illumination Kit and learning more about my Human Design (a woo-y journey of self-knowing that I'll share more about soon-ish), I know that I do well in a crisis.

Scratch that, I know I am amazing in a crisis.

I have plenty of evidence of it through my life, for moments big and small, where I have tapped into a part of myself that can see the situation clearly and guided the way through. It has happened during moments of medical crisis and navigating unexpected bumps in the road at home and work. It wasn’t until I did the work to reflect on all of my skills, abilities and experiences to piece these moments together and see the throughline that ties them all together as a skillset I inherently have within me.

So when the surprise puke hit the floor, the plan of action came together without a second thought.

It wasn't easy. It was SO gross. I certainly don't want to have a repeat performance.

But taking a moment to look back and reframe the experience, I can see it was a messy reminder of how I can do hard things. How when I don't overthink it and just do what my inner knowing guides me to do, I can do it with relative ease.

Maybe showing up in a crisis isn't your thing.

But I know that you have a special way that you are designed to show up in this world. And it's time for the world to see you glow.

“Magic: the art of doing nothing outside of your own nature.”

— Richard Rudd

Support yourself on your journey of remembering your magic

If you want a deeper look into naming all of the ways that you are awesome, check out the Firefly Scout Illumination Kit. It will help shine a light into your soul and reveal the magic within you. This uniquely designed Illumination Kit is the perfect tool for self-discovery, helping you navigate through all your thoughts, feelings and emotions on the journey toward remembering your magic.  It is full of practices and exercises to help you find clarity and purpose, explore unexplored ideas and live a life that lights you up!

Time for Reflection

When is the last time you reflected and collected the evidence to reinforce that truthiness within yourself?

Use this prompt to help you name some foundational truths about yourself and give yourself a boost of courage to show up more fully in your life.

Journaling was instrumental in my personal growth journey. If you’ve never quite felt like journaling was for you, I encourage you to check out my free guide and learn about the method that freed me from the blocks and beliefs that were holding me back from really getting things out onto the page.

So while middle of the night puke isn't something most people would consider as evidence of their awesomeness, I'm seeing it as evidence of unlocking new achievement in my life's journey toward embodying all of the magic within me.

And I hope it inspires you to do the same. Here’s to living a life that lights you up!

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Stephanie Rose is a mom, wife, business owner and a forever student in finding ways to know herself better. She acts as guide for your own journey, sharing insights, tools and practices to help you remember your magic and live a life that lights you up. Sign up for her newsletter and check out her free resources.

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