I can be an over-sharer by nature. But, there are many times that I over-share in hopes of helping others. I share things on the internet that I once would have found embarrassing.
Life changes our views though. I once had my world ripped off it’s axis. People who I thought were friends, were nowhere to be found. People talked, judged, avoided, and were utterly ridiculous. It was in those times that my views shifted.
There are a handful of people on this Earth whose opinions I actually care about. There are only a handful of people that I truly trust. And that is a pretty good place to be. Healthy boundaries replaced the emotions of being upset that I couldn’t trust everyone. A better sense of self replaced the underlying concern of others’ opinions.
Tonight I am thankful that my over-sharing now is done more often than not in hopes it may be a blessing to someone. Seriously, sometimes I just over-share, I also babble when I talk, it’s a thing. But, when I share that I had ice cream for breakfast; maybe someone else doesn’t feel so bad for having ice cream for breakfast that day. When I share about being ready to fight back in a situation; maybe it will help someone else feel empowered to do the same.
The ones who still talk and judge are not the ones I share for. They also won’t be a reason I ever stop. I pray for them actually, that they can find peace and purpose beyond judging and talking. I’ll always have material they can use; because I won’t stop just because they use my life as material. The ones who find comradery, comfort, and humorous acceptance – they are why I still over-share. And I have no plans of ever stopping. ❤
Momma's Silver Lining 