You're doing the right thing giving space to sad and negative feelings. These emotions have just as much right to be heard as positive and happy thoughts. Grief is shattering. I lost my mum five months ago and it's knocked me personally and professionally. My confidence, my direction, and my worth seemed to leave with her. It’s tough and exhausting, but I have no doubt you’ll find your zing again, as will I. Sending positive and confident-boosting thoughts your way 😍
Oh Jasmine, I so understand - the grief part, I resonate with as I found this Christmas, the second after losing my mum, even harder than the first (apparently, not uncommon and I've heard similarly from friends). I'm so sorry January is so tough for this reason, and I couldn't agree more that the standard 'new year, new us' can just pile on even more pressure for those for whom this time of year has hard resonances. You are so right that we need to take it slow, be attuned to our own bodies and take things at our own pace. Looking out as I tap this at the welcome, hints-of-spring sunshine and blue sky (despite the brrrr!!). Sending love from here, and a big hug! 🤗🥰
Sorry to hear that about your mum, that must be very tough! I appreciate this thoughtful comment too. It’s nice when you’re feeling like this to also feel seen and heard. Lots of x x
You're doing the right thing giving space to sad and negative feelings. These emotions have just as much right to be heard as positive and happy thoughts. Grief is shattering. I lost my mum five months ago and it's knocked me personally and professionally. My confidence, my direction, and my worth seemed to leave with her. It’s tough and exhausting, but I have no doubt you’ll find your zing again, as will I. Sending positive and confident-boosting thoughts your way 😍
Oh Jasmine, I so understand - the grief part, I resonate with as I found this Christmas, the second after losing my mum, even harder than the first (apparently, not uncommon and I've heard similarly from friends). I'm so sorry January is so tough for this reason, and I couldn't agree more that the standard 'new year, new us' can just pile on even more pressure for those for whom this time of year has hard resonances. You are so right that we need to take it slow, be attuned to our own bodies and take things at our own pace. Looking out as I tap this at the welcome, hints-of-spring sunshine and blue sky (despite the brrrr!!). Sending love from here, and a big hug! 🤗🥰
Sorry to hear that about your mum, that must be very tough! I appreciate this thoughtful comment too. It’s nice when you’re feeling like this to also feel seen and heard. Lots of x x