Ashley Orlando | Vocalist, Ukulele Artist & Charisma Coach

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Do You Choose Joy?

3/13/2023

 
My husband and I have been back in Louisiana for 8 months now, and while most things have gone even better than I’d expected, one thing I’ve been struggling with a lot is allergies.

They started a few years ago in Texas (I had no idea you could develop significant allergies as an adult!), so I found an allergist who helped me get my symptoms under control.

Since December, however, they seem to have gotten worse.

After visiting a doctor here and switching things up a bit, I’m feeling better but not yet 100%.

This can be very frustrating—especially when it affects my singing—and it sometimes gets me down.

Until I remember this phrase:

“Sh** happens, but suffering is optional.” (or "Pain is inevitable, but suffering is optional.")

I choose JOY while I keep looking for solutions.

I invite you to take a look at your own recent frustrations.

What emotion(s) did you experience when dealing with them?
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For the times when you felt extensive misery/suffering, could there be an opportunity next time to experience the inevitable pain and choose joy instead?
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With gratitude,
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Ashley
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