Reflecting on the narrative of my life has opened my eyes to the power of stories and the sometimes personal cost of the story we have come to believe that makes us who we are. Through a compassionate examination of our personal narrative we may come to see elements of our story that no longer serve us and that may in fact be limiting and holding us back. I have learned to release those parts of my story that were limiting - freeing me of their influence and negative effects. I have in essence learned how to be present in a new everchanging narrative that frees me to be a more authentic presence for my family, friends, collegues, and clients - my encircled life.