Friday morning, I heard Becky G’s new single "Todo Cambio." Considered to be a potential EDM hit or club mix, the upbeat single is sung in Spanish, following two previous songs of hers released also in Spanish. When I first heard it, it made me want to dance and I thought it was very catchy. That was until I started listening to it on repeat, and decided it was worth looking up the lyrics. Suddenly, the song had a new meaning for me.
The song title, “Todo Cambio,” translates to “Everything Changed.” This week has been a whirlwind of mixed emotions for me, and although I feel nearly emotionally drained, I have to accept it all with every ounce of my being and move forward. Everything has indeed changed and I need to reevaluate many aspects of my life at this point in time. I’ve been fortunately given much-needed support from close friends and even family, and although words don’t heal all wounds, I know with time I will reach a better place in my life. I will grow into the person that I’ve been on a long journey to becoming.
Unfortunately, with hardships, comes the realization that not everyone is meant to stay in your life. I’ve been told many of the common clichés lately, from “everything happens for a reason,” to “when one door closes, another one opens,” to the recent piece of advice: “sometimes things don’t work out so better things can happen.” I’ve learned over the years that life truly isn’t fair; you can’t always get what you want no matter how hard you try. Hardships and challenges will be thrown at you left and right. However, sometimes good things do come along to teach you important lessons- about who you are and the kind of person you want to be.
Above all else, I am grateful for all that I have experienced, the good and the bad, because it has shaped me into who I am and it is what I do with the lessons I’ve learned that will affect me in the long-run. I know I still have plenty to learn; I’m still young and have much to experience. I’ve overcome a lot, especially these past few years, and with suffering comes strength; the kind of strength that builds your heart, mind, body and soul. I know that I cannot allow my emotions to consume me. I know I have the strength to push past this emotionally distressing time. I will remind myself every day what I am capable of and all that I can accomplish.
This is my reminder, and let this be a reminder for you, my dear reader. You are capable of all that you set your mind to; whether you follow your heart and/or mind, find the balance that works for you. Find your strength and use it; you can and will reach your goals. Believe in yourself. When everything changes, make it be for the better.