05/12/2024
Life isn’t about feeling good all the time, and that’s okay. We’ve been taught to chase happiness, to avoid pain, and to fix what feels “wrong” inside us. But here’s the truth: no emotion, no moment, no season of life is permanent. The good days come, and so do the tough ones. And both are part of what it means to be human. You’re not broken because you feel sad, anxious, or lost—those feelings are part of the natural flow of life. Trying to be perfect, to always feel good, only makes us feel more disconnected from the truth of who we are.
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It’s hard to let go of the need to control everything, especially when life feels messy or overwhelming. But you don’t have to have it all figured out right now. Some days, it’s enough just to take a breath and let yourself be—without fixing, without forcing. You’re allowed to feel whatever comes up, even the heavy, confusing, or painful emotions. They don’t make you weak or unworthy; they make you human. Healing and understanding take time, and there’s no “right” way to navigate this journey. Be gentle with yourself—you’re doing the best you can, and that’s enough.
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