04/18/2024
Yesterday, I woke up to this message from a friend who has been watching my journey. I'd seen them the night before and had the opportunity to chat a bit about the challenges we both have been facing with our mental health.
The message read:
"Remember there is a light at the END of the tunnel! Transformation looks GOOD on you!"
I never thought I'd EVER see the light!! I felt like I kept getting it wrong, but really, it just took a while for me to really understand myself and how my illness effected (and still effects) me and those around me!
But, after recently celebrating my birthday, I realized just how much work I've done and how much I have "changed"! I'M STILL HERE!! There were times I was really stuck in that rabbit hole!! It's dark down there; and so were my thoughts!
I am grateful that today I can say I AM a different person! I've remained committed to doing the work; therapy, support groups, church, social events & small crowds.... I'm back to doing many of the things I enjoyed BEFORE . But now, with clearer boundaries!
I'm certainly not finished but it means a lot when people notice. I am who I am and that's all I can be! Authentically and unapologetically ME!!
Thank you Friend!
💚~Dr. Kelly