This was a bad week for me. I got laid off at the beginning of the week. Getting laid off is never a nice thing to happen, but because I was enjoying what I was doing, it was especially hard. I was assured it was not performance-based, but because of an organisational restructure. I have my theories about this, but because I don’t want to speculate on a public platform, I am going to leave it at that. But I am not as upset or anxious about this as I thought I would be. I am going to attribute it to all the positive messages I have been posting and the meditation I have been doing. I am taking this weekend to process all my emotions and then from tomorrow on, I will start exploring options. If you readers have anything interesting for me, please feel free to share. You can drop me a message and I will get back to you.

And continuing with the theme, our quote today from American author, motivational speaker, and podcast host, Gabrielle Bernstein encourages us to shift our perspective on rejection. Instead of viewing it as a setback, we can recognise it as redirection—a way for the universe to guide us toward something better. Rather than feeling defeated, we can learn, grow, and ultimately find new opportunities through rejection

I am going to use this quote in my life, shift my perspective and make a conscious choice to view rejection as a form of guidance. Instead of feeling defeated, I am going to ask what I can learn from this experience and trust the universe to guide me towards something better. I plan to use this rejection as an opportunity for growth by reflecting, identifying areas for improvement, adapting accordingly and viewing it as a chance to refine my approach. I am letting go of attachments to specific outcomes. Sometimes rejection occurs because there’s a better path waiting and I will practise surrender and trust the universe has my back. Lastly, I will be open to unexpected opportunities. Sometimes rejection leads to doors I didn’t even know existed, so I plan to maintain a positive mindset and be receptive to new directions. I will share my journey with you and any success I may have in the coming months.

BB is busy with his training and got his beret last week. Once his theory and practical training is over, he will be attached to a unit for on-the-job training before being formally inducted into the unit. GG is busy with school and will have exams very soon. I can’t believe she will complete one year soon and now has three more years before she graduates. BB, too, needs to think what he wants to do once he finishes his national service next year.

And on that note, stay positive and keep smiling!