A Dev-il or a Jok-er: What Stands in Your Way?

Did I ever tell you about my friend Dever? I always knew Dever, but we were never formally introduced. I would hear him talk, and I always thought he was so wise. Dever was very conservative and never liked to venture in to unexplored territory.

Dever and I were formally introduced a few months ago. I always thought he was my voice of reason. He would offer advice to me when I always wanted to do something new, like start a new career! He would say to me, "What are you doing? Why do you want to do all this work? You have such a wonderful life as a housewife."

He would offer challenges to me like "You are becoming a Life Coach, but what other qualifications do you have? All the other people in your program have accolades like writers and business owners or doctorates or at least their master's degree."

Well, in case you haven't caught on, Dever turns out not to be a great friend of mine. He is my personified inner voice that keeps me from finding my authentic self and living my life to the fullest.

So, Dever, I exorcise thee; Go away!! I have all these plans. I can't have you telling me what I can't do! I want to get my certification, build my business, and do some crazy things as I get older.

So, I ask you all, what is the name of the voice that keeps you from achieving your greatest potential?

Are there things you want to achieve, but your "friends" are keeping you from living a fulfilling life?

First, try to identify your "friend." Where does he live? Inside or outside of you? Dever sits on my shoulder and advises me. At times, I flick him off because he is bugging me.

What does your "friend" look like?

Dever is a joker, dressed in red. He is a quirky looking guy. He really needs to go to the mall and go shopping to get some new clothes!

So, if you have a friend like Dever, lets exorcise them and return the power to us! Life is too short to listen to these fools. We have things to achieve!

Till next time...

Sherry