Role Models: Brock

After much self reflection over the last few years, I’ve come to discover that one of my role models is Brock. I feel like he has been my role model all along without me even realizing it. I would say that I am pretty fortunate to have married someone that I look up to and aspire to be more like. Brock is reserved and quiet which is something I have never been familiar with. How to be quiet? Yeah, definitely not. He listens more than he talks, which is a great quality to have. He also is not impulsive; taking the much needed time to make adequate decisions. And through that process, he problem solves. Because of this thorough process, he is skilled at everything he does. Whether it’s woodworking, or just hanging decor up around the house, everything he does is precise. He doesn’t take any shortcuts or cut corners in life. He does it the right way. He is a hard worker, is loyal, and has a desire to provide for his family. And somehow, he operates just fine on little sleep! I wish I could be like that for sure! He also is very good at being present in the moment. He doesn’t worry too much about the future, nor does he worry about the past. He just takes it a day at a time. I feel like this is good in everyday life but even more essential when going through a really difficult hardship. After being married to him for 6 years, I have slowly adapted some of these skills as well. I feel like through his example, he has shown me a better, more healthy way to live. I have taken his good qualities and brought them into my own style. I would say that I have become a much better listener throughout time. I have learned that it is possible to talk and listen in a conversation. Not just talk. I have also really slowed down my decision making process. I am still definitely a yes no kind of person and still lean into that, however, when necessary, I take the time I need. I problem solve; looking over different options and making sure I am well equipped to make the decision. I can’t say I have adapted his precision skills, but I did learn my lesson not to velcro a shelf to the wall. And also, the rule in our house is that I am not allowed to touch the walls without supervision. But honestly, just being around Brock has brought my anxiety down. Have you ever noticed that calm people carrying a calming atmosphere around with them? Of course, I still worry about the past, present, future, and everything in between. But I have learned how to not worry about it all the time…....just sometimes. Brock has shown me a healthier way of living. Living a way of just taking things as they come, and most importantly, being present.

And for now,

Xoxo