When I think about my Dad not being alive and not able to be a physical part of my life, I become upset and frustrated.
I allow myself to feel that upset, but I choose not to live there. What I mean by this is - even though there are moments when the pain of the loss of my dad fills my mind and I relive the moment I saw him lifeless - I make a conscious choice to redirect my thoughts and my focus. Choosing to stay in the pain or living in the past would make it very hard for me to enjoy my life or to enjoy the people around me that are still here.
The majority of the time I choose to focus on the fact that I am grateful I had my dad in my life for as long as I did. I remember the wonderful times we shared and I know that he is around me, even though it may not be physically. Choosing to have this as my focus, allows me to continue to live my life with gratitude and joy.
Until next time...
This has been 'my Voice' but this is your life, this is 'your Choice'
