Phoenix Project: Day 57

I find that music has a large impact on my mood. I love listening to KC play the piano; it brings a very calming feeling into the house...most of the time. When I started running (really I mean jogging...slowly) I filled my iPod with songs that had the word "run" in the lyrics to help keep me motivated, especially when I started to get tired. It was so much easier to stay focused with the Blackeyed Peas singing, "...keep runnin' runnin'"

I also use music when I'm trying to de-stressed and need to sing/shout something; this occurs most frequently in the car. I've found it really helpful to listen to music that uplifts me and makes me feel better even when things are challenging; usually the theme is something to do with holding on...or hang in there or don't give up. It probably sounds a little crazy but it makes me feel so much better.

Here's a few of my favorites:

• The Climb (the kids force me to listen to it ;)
• Avril's Keep Holdin' On
• Lifehouse Broken

This project has not eliminated the challenges in my life but it has certainly helped me gain a better perspective...I might be figuratively 'broken' but I'm still here. I'm still trying. I'm still holding on...but I'm also discovering joy in this experience.