I got heavily sick recently, and I struggled to maintain an optimistic perspective. Resilience is my strongest asset; it caught me surprised. The usual inspirational quotes and stories of grit simply did not resonate with me in the way they once did. I felt weak, drowning in a haze of sickness day after day. My mind and ability to motivate myself seemed limited. I was discouraged by how difficult it was to feel better, both physically and mentally.
The lessons were painful, but they were lessons nonetheless. Oh, how easier it is to complain and blame everything, including myself, instead of trying to stay afloat! Criticizing yourself gives you the false satisfaction that you’re analyzing the situation, but it will only make you feel more stressed and anxious.
We all have good answers inside. We’ll have to remind ourselves that it’s okay not okay from time to time. It can take time to heal and rushing it by criticizing ourselves won’t help. While determination fuels progress, compassion propels us home. It is so cliche but it’s true — There is always light on the other side, even if you cannot see it immediately. Keep going and you’ll see it as long as you don’t quit.
Take care, everyone.
With love
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