Hey folks,
Remember that feeling of standing tall, basking in the afterglow? It's like finding your place in the universe, feeling proud of every experience that shaped you. I'm still soaking in that in-between weight of time and gift of light, the shoulder season.
The sun☀️ is lingering longer each day though life's been moving a little slower, in the best way possible. I've been working through emotions, finding my balance, and making room for change. 🪆
And you know what? It's been refreshing to step up and talk about my own mental health journey because I'm human too. You've probably been through something similar? And that's what makes each of us so beautiful.
So, let me give you a glimpse into what my latest recovery path has looked like this time 'round:
from working hard to
identifying the trigger
also strangely fine
own self-worth and confidence
by letting go of things I loved
getting into feelings
to grieving
to know I have my own back
finding pockets full of growth
crying and laughing so hard I cried
honoring my body's call for peace
staring at spreadsheets
and boundaries that needed tending
building skills to share, sometimes not that artfully
and leaning into the absolute delight of my own pleasure 🌶
moments of loving loudly
But amidst it all, the buds are blooming, little wins, and micro blips of pure joy—like making playlists, daily 5k walks with my dogs, quitting the kayak team to find a leisure paddle group, planning my next moves.
But here's the beauty of it: healing is not a solo trek. It's a path that requires patience, self-love, self-care, and a lot of honesty, mutual support, and encouragement. You found me because healing takes time, effort, and a willingness to embrace the process, and I'm grateful to have you here with me.
Let's take it slow together, 🐌 no magic tricks or overnight smooth sailing success stories here – just real, honest growth that comes from my fiery, fierce heart, being relentless about our humanness.
I'd love to hear about your adventures and any questions you might have. Feel free to share in the comments or send me a message. I am all ears. 🌽
excited et al,
