“Living your best life begins when you are” - I said to Chantai
This isn’t advice I just give to others. It’s what I say to myself over and over whenever I feel like I’m settling or in a rut.
It took a little over a 3-month period to detox from the noise to get to a clean slate where I could think clearly about what I wanted for myself - I’ll get to more on that at a later date.
Now, I’m not saying I’ve reached the figurative goal as of this point. That’s exactly why I’m here documenting things, to be transparent in the journey of development and growth.
Where I am is on track. Not making excuses about why I’m not where I need to be or why I can’t do it now.
I just turned 35 years old! I’m a college freshman, momma to four kiddies aged 2 through 10, wife to a self employed hubby, balancing schedules and daycare and homework and “home work” and a job on top of that, just to give you an idea.
If you want to ask me how I do it all, my answer is with great FAITH and even greater PATIENCE not only in God, but myself and those around me.
Since entering my 30’s, I’ve been embarking on a journey of going back to basics with happiness as the goal…and surprisingly much of it has been met through candid talks with others.
What if I told you that things can change? Like 180 degree type of change! It did for me when I finally reached a place of being ready to embrace it fully.
5 Questions to Ask Yourself
(if you really want change)
Chantai is a word enthusiast, lover of pastries and Mummy Mochas™, deep conversation with close friends, cushy throws and patterned cushions. This writer, aspirational architectural and pastry designer, and author of Arizen Treasure and Treasured: A Kid’s Take on Self-Worth loves sharing messages of empowerment and positive self image for children and adults alike. Recently a change in pace lead to disconnecting from social media to focus on connecting more intimately with her family and the world around her. She resides in Durham Region, Ontario, Canada with her husband of 10 years and four children aged 10, 8, 5 and 2.
To learn more about Chantai, visit chantaifinesse.com