Taking Strides Counselling

03/12/2023

05/11/2022

SO
MUCH
TRUTH
RIGHT
HERE

31/03/2022

Sometimes you have to try something and see what happens.

Bob here was put on sale at our local shop and I thought why not. I usually stick to Orchids but I am trying new plants to care for. I have Lil Bit, the cactus, who has doubled in size since last year and now Bob, the succulent.

I have never kept these plants before but I am taking a leap of faith that my care for them with help them grow.

As humans we can show love and care which helps another grow whether this is another human, a pet or a plant, we get back what we put in and for the time we spend we reap the rewards.

For my own peace of mind I look at my plants (yes I am a crazy plant lady instead of a crazy cat lady) and thank myself that they are able to grow and be as healthy as they are. Do I still question if I am good enough? Yes but I remember that my oldest Orchid, Oscar, is coming up for 13 soon (just how long I have had him) and he is the amazing plant he is because I have cared for him.

Never forget your value to those you care for, occasionally take a step back and look at what you have done especially when you are in a bad place.

31/03/2022

Recently I have heard a lot of people stating that they're not sure what support they need as "someone is always worse off".

It doesn't matter what anyone is going through, how big or small it appears. You are as valid and so is whatever you are going through. It is not the issue itself, it is your reaction to it.

Be kinder to yourself.