Finding Courage

Growing up, watching the Wizard of Oz once a year, was a family tradition.  I suspect many households did the same. I always liked Dorothy and the Cowardly Lion best, and of course Glinda, the Good Witch; mostly because she sparkled.  All three roles showed courage throughout the story.  Having fears, but being brave enough to challenge them showed the strength of their character.

Are there fears you are facing in your life? I confront plenty in mine, or should I say, I allow them to get into my head and self-doubt usually sets in. If I can turn that self-doubt into determination, things work out as they should, and I am reminded just how awesome and powerful it feels to conquer that fear.

This October I will be testing the strength of my character by going back to school to further my education in a six-month, life coaching program. It is something I have been wanting to do for the last three or four years. I am taking the leap of faith, and jumping into the deep end, and am saying “I will.”

Glinda had the determination to go up against the Wicked Witch, the Cowardly Lion was able to find the courage within to rule his forest, and Dorothy had the power all along to get back to Kansas, she only needed to believe.  They were all able to confront their fears in the midst of chaos and uncertainty.

Next time you suspect you are being controlled by your own fear, search the power within, be bold, be brave; finding courage may be easier than you think.  Let go of fear and see what happens.

xoxox…..Sheryl