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January 25, 2025

“Growth is painful. Change is painful. But nothing is as painful as staying stuck somewhere you don’t belong.” – Mandy Hale

Every year, when the new year comes around, I usually feel this burst of energy, this spark that makes me believe I can conquer anything. But something shifted this time. I entered the new year feeling hopeful, ready to face my fears and fight my demons, but the weight of my emotions just… overwhelmed me. It’s been three weeks now, and I can’t find the right word for it, but it’s like I’ve been stuck in a fog of self pity.

Luckily , this inner voice that won’t let me stay in victim mode for too long made itself heard.

“Enough it’s enough, girl ! Wipe away those tears ! Get it together! You’ve wallowed long enough, and I’ve got no more patience for it. We have stuff to do. Give yourself a pat on the back and just move on!”

Thankfully ,I have been blessed with this voce that pushes me through and reminds me I’m capable of so much more. This voice is what gets me through this. 

I’ve had enough of being stuck. It’s time to show up for myself again.

So today , I’ll shower , brush my teeth and put my shinny armor on . No more PJs! Enough with the complaining because it’s time to stop basking in misery and move on, one step at a time.