Growing Up

Something that I'm seeing very clearly in these days is that behind the hard times, there's always important lessons to learn. Deep human growth comes from dealing with life difficulties and challenges. It now comes to mind one particular thing that happened to me when I was 12 years old. It was something traumatic but that experience shaped important aspects of my personality that made me become a strong girl later on. 

 

I can't remember one hard experience from the past that didn't teach me something new about myself. Only when we are pushed away from our comfort zone we get to expand ourselves and grow up a little bit more. And growing up has a lot to do with giving and with letting go of hard feelings toward yourself, other people and the negative life events in general.

My point is that hard times are not just hard times, they're also open doors, new opportunities for growth. I just wanted to share these thoughts with you, because maybe you're going through something difficult right now as well. If that's the case then try to remember that there is always something positive in the negative, even if it sounds contradictory. The key is in always trying to see beyond the pain.

Take care.

Elsita :)

Comments

[Christina J.]

This post resonates with me at this time in my life. Thank you!

[Heather Woollove]

Dear Elsa--You sure hit the nail on the head for me with this post!! My two youngest daughters
(twins) just left for their first year in college, and I am living alone for the first time in my life! I am certainly grieving, but I'm also taking the opportunity to re-invent myself and trying to make room for personal growth and change (painful!). Thanks for the encouragement...it is 'right on time'!! XXO-

[Cynthia Baxter]

Wise words!

[Nahuatl Vargas]

Thank you.

[Elizabeth]

True words. A personal question, what do you do so you can see beyond the pain?

Have a fantastic day.

xoxo Elizabeth

[Sarah Cummins]

Dear Elsa,
I have been wanting to write to you for sometime, but your most recent post made me realise the time was now. I dip in and out of your blog every now and then and have been doing so for a couple of years. I found you initially through my great love and passion for all things Frida. I realised that in your generosity of spirit and immense ability to look into the things that happen to you and search for understanding I had found a rare soul. I live in a very cold and conservative part of New Zealand where people wear black and live parallel lives. Your words speak to me and make me realise that my own journey of raising two small children with up until recently very little help has been a path of self discovery and self awareness. I just wanted to thank you as sometimes when things have been really bad and I just wanted to wake up from the nightmare that I had created for myself I would read some of your posts and take heart and strength from them. It makes me feel linked to all the other women and mothers out there at the coal-face making it work for their families every day.

Bless you Elsa and your beautiful children and family, we send you our love and healing thoughts.

Sarah, Rick, Evie and Angus Cummins from Christchurch New Zealand

[Elizabeth]

I totally agree with you! that´s true

[margie oomen]

you are always a wellspring of wisdom my friend
it reminds me of the new tv show that was recently recommended to me
called "the big C"
we need to make the very most of every moment and never forget to laugh and love
xo
m

[Donna]

Your strength is always amazing. I hope you are doing something for yourself during these challenging times. I know everyone is pulling at you in every direction, but you need to take care of yourself so you can take care of them. THis is something I had to really remind myself when my Father was ill. Please know you are continually in my thoughts.

[colleen (bcharmer)]

This is so true. Of course in that moment of pain, it's difficult to realize the benefits but the truth can be complex; two contradictory things can be true at the very same time!

May all of the love and hope and strength that you put into the world come right back to you, Elsa.

[amy sperry faldet]

Well, came here about two hours ago thinking lovely place to sit with a cuppa coffee and with four kids, didn't happen that way, hee hee! But, I am sitting down now and can't wait to follow and catch-up on all the wonder! I am glad to know such a creative soul!!!
May the winds blow lessons of patience and joy to you and your family. Blessings, Amy

[emce-art]

Thanks for your words and beautiful drawing!!

[parisa]

so true!

[Peggy Beck]

I hope to see some good from a mistake I made today. Thank you for your post. Your timing is impeccable.

[Laurajlaura]

thank you for such true words.

[Jolin]

I have a friend going through a very difficult period right now. I pray that God will soon reveal a positive aspect after her heartbreak and tragedy. I'm sure there is always a positive, but it can be very hard to see when your in the midst of your personal storm.

[Becky C]

Elsa, I'm so sorry that things have been so trying for you and your family. Sending positive, peace, love and healing your way. Thank you for your post. You are so articulate and I truly appreciate that you share your beautiful words and art with us.

[Nidia Hernandez]

A very simply comment to you - THANK YOU! I really needed that!

[Janet M]

It takes courage to embrace change, courage to forgive and inner strength to move on from an experience. You are so brave to share your feelings through the blog and your art. I really admire you.

[Gillian]

Hi Elsa, I just discovered your blogs and I am so enjoying them! Thank you for all the insperation you have provided me. I would love to see more on your fashion blog when ever you have time.

[Real Estate Agents Geelong]

i love those pieces life is so dreamy there

[Divorce Lawyers]

when i grow up sigh...
hope i never grow up

[Mandy Saile of Bijou's Whimsy]

wonderful and wise words for the big and small troubles in life...thanks for the reminder Elsita:D Be well.