Memories are the stories that we tell ourselves and others to remind us of the experiences in our lives. Rarely are these stories entirely true. The stories have been altered by time and our ability to forget. We have the ability to change our stories and yet believe them to be true.
Cherish your ability to forget what has happened to you because it helps you live a productive and happy life. If we remembered every detail of our lives, we would suffer from boredom. Be wary of the negative stories you tell yourself because some portion of each story we tell is false. You have recreated the experience to fit your beliefs. Don't live in a past that causes you pain and heartache.
Celebrate your ability to recreate your experiences into stories that shape who you want to be, not who you are. Our creative spirits provide us with a rich tapestry of memory. We change our stories to give us hope. Memory is a creative gift. Alter your story to honor your life.
May your memories grow in proportion to the richness of your creative spirit.
