If you’re even a little bit like me - in other words a very determined individual - you’re no stranger to taking on too much, trying to please everyone, and feeling the need to prove yourself in some way. And if so, you’ve also experienced your fair share of crashes when burnout hits and you are physically, mentally and emotionally incapable of continuing on in the way you were.
“Don’t talk to strangers!” For some of us, this grim warning given by so many grown-ups during our childhood years seems to have gotten itself lodged firmly in our adult brains. But have you ever asked yourself what exactly you’re afraid of?
Not all BAD things are ALL bad. Do your best to find the unexpected little upsides when things don’t quite go your way.
Reflecting on this past year may bring up painful memories for you. Some might feel fresh and raw and others more like a dull but persistent ache. It’s okay to remember and it’s okay to have those feelings.
Portal to Change 