While in Reno visiting a friend we went to see Menopause the Musical. What a hilarious show! It is an amazing performance that transforms painful and uncomfortable life issues into side-splitting lyrics and music that makes us laugh at ourselves. (I love ‘my personal summer is a real bummer.’)
I came away with three revelations:
1. If you can’t change the circumstances, find the humor in them.
It might be changes in our bodies, family illness or just an obnoxious co-worker. Sometimes we may find ourselves in situations where we can’t change the circumstances or conditions. The only thing we can do is to find the humor in the situation.
2. My body may change but our spiritual essence never changes.
The dreams and wishes we had as children still hold a place in our hearts. It is so important to take the time to nurture the inner child and find time to play!
3. Be kind to each other.
We are so hard on ourselves, demanding the best in all situations. Resist the urge to nag, criticize and badger the women in your life. Instead find a way to remind them that they are remarkable, talented, fabulous, creative, beautiful beings and are deeply appreciated.
Consider yourself reminded that You are Awesome!
I love the way art in all its forms can remind us of important choices: this posting helps me remember to have humor, patience and equanimity in the coming months as I entertain more than a few family visitors. Already, I have made progress from thinking about each visit as a challenge to thinking about myself as a “camp counselor” running a fun and nurturing camp for all who attend. Sean, the kids and I have each chosen cowgirl/cowboy names to add to the fun… now for the menus, activity lists, etc!!