[hertaintedlips]

Yes and no.

In the beginning (approx. 2 yrs ago) I didn't want anyone to know my secret (that I really was unhappy AND actually ready to change that - that's a whole new post, we will discuss that at a later date.)

So I started this journey in near secrecy. Finding articles online, purchasing self-help books and lots and lots of journaling.

I first mentioned my interest in PD through my blog and it was a relief. I started finding more and more people I could relate to. And it made it easier for me to be open up about it to some of my friends. But I have a hard time bringing it out in the open with certain friends and family members because they feel that either I'm trying to change them as well (mostly 'cause I won't take the same crap from them) and/or that it's "about time" which sometimes makes me feel giulty.

I have learned through lots of reading that a lot of people believe that when they begin "rising to the occassion" or working on themselves, others around them often try to catch up or end up falling short. That's because when you put some higher standards out there for yourself and the people you want in your life, you begin attracting people that are aligned with your standards and the people in your life feel a need to align as well (whether they realize it or not.)

So... in conclusion, I would say, it's more no than yes for me. In a year, I intend for it to be 100% no and I look forward to helping others along the way.

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For those of you keeping it a secret, please don't. Share it with at least one person. You may be surprised that they may be hiding it too and the two of you can share ideas, or better yet, you may inspire them. You can even "accidently on purpose" do it. Get a great book you've read (my fav is Inspiration - Dr. Wayne Dyer) and just leave it out on your table at your next dinner party. Someone is sure to bring it into the conversation if they notice it.