THIS HAPPENS TO US ALL

Around this time last year I was quietly miserable; hiding behind a self-imposed 'busy' schedule which kept me from confronting what had me feeling so sad because, I just didn't want to deal with yet another change in my circumstances which was having a very negative impact on me.

Essentially, the happy bunny being portrayed on the outside wasn't true of how I felt inside. Far from wanting to bore you with the details of that particular time, I just want you to be reminded that it's okay to have moments of despair, to feel alone, lost, fragile, to lack confidence about your future, etc. But, you have got to remember that you are NOT alone.

Friends, family, your partner, perhaps a trusted colleague, your GP, or health advisor, a community group, or social enterprise, can and will support you. Once you open up honestly about your struggle (s) and start taking the necessary steps to apply change, things will definitely get better. It isn't easy, I know, but, it is possible.

Everything happens for a reason, we know that... Here's the thing though: the reason (s) will only become clear once you overcome the hardship so, reach out, stay hopeful, remain transparent, be fiercely determined to battle through and be comforted by the fact that having such moments are normal. Your imperfections are uniquely wonderful, embrace them, and they'll be some of your best teachers! Happiness is a must. Get yours and do everything you can, within reason, to keep it!!

A song titled Holy by Jamila Woods is one of the most positively encouraging songs I have come across. Each time I listen to it, I feel uplifted and empowered. Check it out here.

You're worthy of greatness. Remember that.

Written by Charley Jai - @charleyjaiuk

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