This is what I’ve learned on my journey that I want others to know:
“That sometimes you need to do the thing that feels inconvenient to show other people that you care. Showing up as yourself, mess and all, is better than not showing up at all. If you want a village, you also need to be the village.“
On my hardest day, I wish I could have told myself this:
“I have a lot of hard days. But no matter how bad it may seem or how bad the future looks, to always, “Be a proton.” AKA, stay positive. There is always sunshine after the storm. Look forward to all the wonderful small things in your future. “
This is how someone showed me kindness
“Even just a quick text later in the day to check in. It made me feel seen & cared for even though it took very little effort by the other person.“
When I’m having a hard time, this is what I do:
“Reach out to someone who will remind me that I’m not alone.“