The day I tried to live

"I woke the same as any other day....." Chris Cornell - Soundgarden

That day happened in July of 2022, that day wasn't like any other day.

It was the day I decided to stop living a lie.

It was the day I faced the TRUTH about myself.

I wish I could have read the future pages of my story, warning me of the mistakes I was making.

Instead, I had to learn the hard way.

I was 45 when I made it official - I tattooed NO MORE LIES on my body.

Main Points

> "I woke the same as any other day..."
For years, I was on autopilot, believing a story that wasn't mine. I told myself I wasn't smart enough. I believed I was destined to repeat the mistakes of my family. I chased a version of success that left me empty.

> " The day I tried to live, I stole a thousand beggars' change and gave it to the rich"

I gave my energy to the wrong things - seeking approval, chasing an idea of success that WAS NOT REAL. I was trying to fit a mold that was not mine. This cycle was exhausting.

> "One more time around......"

The tattoo is placed where I see it EVERY morning - a permanent reminder that EVERY DAY, I have a choice. This story is not finished. Not until we take our last breath.

TL / DR
> I spent years believing lies about intelligence, family and success.
> The day I finally saw the truth, I decided to never live a lie again.
> NO MORE LIES isn't just a tattoo - it's a commitment to changing my story while I can.

"The day I tried to live, just like you..."

Chris Cornell was an incredible artist, the depths of the songs he wrote were hidden to me in the 90's. It was not until I lived, that I began to understand.

We all have a choice.

The story is not over.

What do you need to change before your last breath?