When the world stands still

Sweet Peace #48: Guts in defining moments

                                   there is a moment when the world stands still
                                no sound is heard yet a decision clicks into place
                      a choice, once made, ripples like dominoes into the future
                                                   as the person you were
                                 makes way for the woman you will become

Ansley Burns of South Carolina faced one of those moments at 12 years old and in front of the world. She burned through it like a champion and watching her give her all is a 10-tissue moment.

All of us have defining moments, fortunately not so dramatic nor public; however, as you watch Ansley’s moment, think about a moment, a decision you made that changed your future. If possible tell us about it and why you have gratitude for it in the comments below.

             What stand-still-moment decision did you make that changed your life?

*** The Sweet Peace series began in December of 2021 as a 52-week commitment to finding peace with food and body and has gradually expanded to include all aspects of my life. Archives of the first 44 weeks are stored on JoyceWycoff.com.

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