Where is your HAPPY place?

Where is your HAPPY place? 

I've always been a fish, and the closer I am to any body of water, the better. 

Today was one of those amazingly refreshing, relaxing, and completely rejuvenating days where I got to spend 8 hours on the water for a friend's sailing regatta in Rochester. It was a chance to reconnect with college friends, recharge, and unwind in the process. I haven't been this relaxed in a LONG time. 

Today reminded me of a few things. First, while there are many circumstances outside of our direct  control, only we can decide to embrace a positive mindset and attitude when we get out of bed every morning. Only we can continue trying to better ourselves and be the best people we can be, especially in how we treat others. In the process, in the midst of all the chaotic daily responsibilities of our lives, we must prioritize making time for ourselves to regroup, recharge, and heal. We cannot give 100% of everything we have to everyone else and leave ourselves with nothing, essentially making ourselves the last priority. This is not acceptable.

Choose to be kind to yourself. Choose joy. Choose positivity. And by all means, allow your happy place to help take you where you want -- and deserve -- to be, mentally AND physically. You deserve nothing less, warrior women! #youmatter #chooseyou #tlc