Here's the thing, I try to be transparent as I present myself on social media, through my writings, on stage and through song, but the reality is that you will only see what I allow you to see through those platforms.
Yes, I share my struggles, my failings, my joys and my victories, but in truth, there is a small circle of people who really truly know me, who really truly "get me". And of those people, many of them would tell you that it's a lot of work. Apparently I can be a tad "high maintenance" and possibly, so I'm told, like to be the center of attention...I don't know, that just what "certain people" say. Go figure! When I write or share my struggles, it's normally for the purpose of asking for prayer, sharing what I have learned though it and how I trusted or struggled to trust the Lord through it all. Those are all wonderful words to share. And we all need to hear them and be reminded of them. But the people closest to me don't get to the end of the story that easily. They get the Mia that is actually going through it, the Mia that fails, can't hold her tongue, the Mia that snaps and gets impatient. They are in the trenches with me waiting to be on the other side of the pain. And sometimes, it just ain't so pretty. Sometimes, it downright sucks to be a part of my life. But, what I also believe, is those same people in my life that walk through the mud with me, would also tell you that there is no place they would rather be. It's good to have people like that and it's good to BE people like that. Sometimes, you may feel so alone like you have no one...and maybe, you don't. Dare to let someone, even if it's just one person, in. Dare to allow someone to see you, to really see you for who you are, the good version of yourself and the not so good version of yourself. Dare to ask God for that person. Dare to get burned and dare to be let down, but also dare to be the kind of person that you want in your life. People that know me and still choose to follow my "crazy" via social media know a few things, unless I am talking about Jesus, hiking or my family, most everything else is subject for sarcasm and should not be held in too high of regard.... For instance, just this past week I shared the stages of my journey from meat-eater to vegan to vegetarian to partial meat-eating vegetarian to full out meat-eater again. It was an intense 8 hours and each phase of the journey was met with an unrivaled passion. Some people along the way cheered me on, some people laughed, some people told me I was crazy and ill-informed and some people just sat back quietly watching the show, that is my life, unfold. That last group of people... yep, it's best to be in that group, because in time, it all comes back around again. So this morning, as I sit, writing and reflecting on the roller coaster that I take my family and friends on, I do it over a non-vegan sugar-filled, butter-laden chocolate chip cookie (yes, it's breakfast time) and a reheated cup of coffee from last night (didn't feel like wasting it.) Feel free to judge, feel free to relate, feel free to sit back and watch the show. And when it's your turn, let people know what channel your show is on, so they can sit in, watch and be a part of what's going on in your life. I dare you! Love you in the Lord, Mia
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Madeline
8/20/2017 08:41:31 am
I like this show! I want to watch it for a long time!
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Mia Koehne
8/20/2017 09:17:11 am
And I Love your show too!!
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Staci
8/20/2017 08:56:08 am
Thank you for being real! I feel too many people are so concerned with whatother people think of them or how they will be proceived that they forget to just be real! You are truly a breath of fresh air!
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Mia Koehne
8/20/2017 09:18:02 am
Oh sweet friend. Thanks for embracing the crazy that is my life. Thank you for your joy!!
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Kristen
8/20/2017 11:46:17 am
My long lost soul sister! I love watching your show whether if it's in person or social media! I'm glad you are you! Too many people try to be who they aren't. Thank you for being that "crazy"!
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Mia Koehne
8/21/2017 05:51:48 pm
Haha, Yes, I got the crazy covered. Thanks soul sista'
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Roseann Fankhauser
8/20/2017 12:55:27 pm
I'd like to be on your team that gets the yummy cookies from Prescott, AZ! Can you bring an extra suitcase full in 4 weeks when you speak at the Unity Church Retreat?! Thank you, my Irish cousin! For being real and transparent. I tend to be guarded because in the past, people in the Christian community who I've trusted couldn't handle my life experiences. I'm telling myself to keep in mind something I read recently: "I am who I am. Your approval is not needed." Does that sound harsh? Thank You for your honest, lighthearted posts, as well as for being transparent last year at our retreat. Looking forward to seeing you again.
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Mia Koehne
10/6/2017 04:16:59 am
Keep pressing forward in community as you do! I know it can be hard. I have been burned myself, but never regret getting back up on the horse and trying again. See ya soon!!
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Sheena
8/26/2017 09:26:27 pm
This blog was good....really good.....i from time to time woll read your blogs just because i know u blog and they are good ones........this is tough though for some people, because what if there is no good version to share ......and u feel as though u have to hide your true self.....im not saying this abouy myslef im.just saying in general......and i totally got it when u said.....sometimes it really sucks to be apart of my life.........thos one hit home. Im supose to be sleeping , good blog good night.
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Mia Koehne
10/6/2017 04:15:04 am
I pray that you have someone in your life where you feel safe being you... the you that the Lord created you to be. ❤️
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