17/07/2021
Cinque, cinco, pese, pet, cinq, lima, tokorima all translations of the number five.
Here we find ourselves in another lockdown, affectionately known as 5.0. There is no doubt, those of you who know me, know that I have struggled considerably with all previous lockdowns. Mentally, it has taken a toll on me and as happens it’s trickled into other areas of my life. I’ve made no secrets about it, and at times it has landed me in trouble…this post probably will too.
I think it’s important to share the struggle, mental illness is different for everyone and we should be celebrating those who share their struggles openly with kindness, compassion, empathy and without judgement. Others who are not so confident with sharing should know; I have your back. It’s ok to feel what you’re feeling. You are a warrior, a survivor and champion.
A simple exercise to try,
Write down two things that you love on a piece of paper and read them out loud, keep that paper close by as a reminder throughout the day of the things you love