(Madisyn Taylor)
Life can take us on a roller coaster ride full of highs and lows and twists and turns. Even for those of us who enjoy unexpected thrills, it's frightening to suddenly find ourselves heading for a deep plunge. Yet, it happens to all of us. At these moments, it is important to remember that you are not alone in your experiences. No matter how brave, strong, or level-headed we are, sometimes, we all get scared.
Whatever our fears are, they are valid, and we do not need to feel ashamed or embarrassed that we are, at times, afraid.
It may be comforting to know that everyone gets scared, and it is perfectly OK. Sometimes just acknowledging our fears is enough to make us feel better. Giving ourselves permission to be scared lets us move through our fears so we can let it go. It also makes it alright to share our fears with others. Sharing our apprehensions with other people can make our fears less overwhelming because we are not letting them grow inside of us as pent up emotions. Sharing our fears also can lighten our burden because we are not carrying our worries all by ourselves.
Always, remember that you are not alone.
My Thoughts:
It’s funny how much synchronicity plays a part in our lives at times.
Of late this has been plastered all over social media sites for people to share …
Reminder to ANYONE that my house is a safe zone.
Coffee can be on in minutes, or if you prefer tea or soda, no problem.
I will always be available – even if we haven’t talked for a while.
Even if you think it’s weird.
Text me, call me, message me, anything.
I will be there.
I am always a shoulder to cry on and an ear to listen.
Nothing is worse than being alone and going through things alone.
#MentalHealthAwareness
#ItsOkNotToBeOK
I really like that.
I like that it says everything someone would need to know and that just by the saying of it might make a difference, even if they never get in touch.
Sometimes just knowing there is somewhere you could go, or that there is someone who is out there for you is enough to help you get through, and sometimes just feeling like you have the strength to get through … is enough.