For some in my circle of associates, I went overboard in what I "gave up", but it was much needed. I gave up the following: pork, beef, and liquor. Yes, some of you are smiling because I could still drink wine due to the previous statement. I also did something that many don't realize is just as important - I added weekly yoga and truly embracing spirituality again. I didn't really share with many what I was adding because I'm a firm believer that sometimes you have to have personal journeys.
During the third week of the Lenten season, I noticed a great deal of people either judging why I didn't give up alcohol all together or questioning why I gave up so many items. I even had someone make fun of my sacrifice in their blog. The simple answer - it wasn't their journey, nor did they have a right to question my commitment and sacrifice. This year during Lent I was laid off from my job and simultaneously making serious personal changes. While Lent is over, I was able to reflect and realize that change happens for a reason.
dyism:
Sometimes an unwanted push is what we need to make the necessary change to be better, to challenge ourselves, and to challenge the world.
