I can only do what I can do, and stressing does not help anything.
When I am in my peace and in my own lane, that is when I thrive.
My angels and guides are always around, I can walk in confidence knowing that.
Truth and love will always win, even if it doesn’t feel like it in the moment.
What is a word you feel that too many people use?
Narcissist/Narcissistic. It seems like everyone’s obsessed with certain “mental health” terms and calling everyone a narcissist when most don’t actually meet the criteria.
Yesterday was rough at work – again thanks to Aetna just dropping their contracts with Careington and forcing so many providers out of network with NO NOTICE!!! But I’m just trying to remind myself that I am doing the best I can with what we have to work with, I just feel bad for patients and it’s frustrating that the insurance company literally tells patients that we decided to leave the network which is BS! There’s only so much I can do, we’re doing all we can to help and keep our patients, so that is what matters.
What’s the most money you’ve ever spent on a meal? Was it worth it?
I believe I spent a little over $100.00 or so in the Seattle Space Needle, and keep in mind that was back in 2016. I remember getting lobster and some fancy ice cream after dinner was over! It was 100% worth it, mainly for the experience, but also lobster is fire af.
What is the most important thing to carry with you all the time?
Healthy coping skills to regulate your emotions and nervous system (LBVS).
I am releasing perfectionism; I no longer hold myself to impossible standards, I just prioritize authenticity.
I am releasing the tension and stress that is stored in my physical body.
I am releasing the negative thoughts and feelings that are keeping me from following my dreams.
I am releasing all attachments that are not genuine or pure; I only have space for people who lift me up and love me in the same way I do for them.
I am releasing any left over resentment and anger that has been sitting in my body and mind.
I am releasing the negative programming and thoughts that I absorbed from others who were projecting their own fears and insecurity onto me.
I am releasing the feeling of needing to prioritize other people’s comfort over my own; I am allowed and encouraged to speak up for myself when I feel uncomfortable.
I release all that no longer serves me, or my higher purpose, and I do so gently and with love.
Happy Full Moon!
What change, big or small, would you like your blog to make in the world?
I hope my blog makes people feel seen and heard, whether they see themselves in my writing or it inspires them to start their own blog/journal. I hope it gives people who are struggling with mental health hope and happiness, because I am definitely not the same person I was when I started this blog 5+ years ago. It’s normal for us all to have struggles on our journeys, but what’s important is we keep coming home to ourselves, and I hope my blog helps to remind people of that.
It’s been a little bit of a chaotic week since being back to work, but everything will smooth out soon. I don’t wish to hold any stress in my mind or body, so with this post, I am releasing all of the tension and negative energies I’ve been holding onto. I am refocusing on the gratitude and love in my life, and tuning back in with my self. I’m so grateful to be able to sleep in a comfortable bed next to my favorite human; life truly is great.
I’m so tired today since I went right back to work after this lovely birthday weekend, so instead of writing- here’s a couple pictures from downtown Minneapolis!
Last night I saw Glass Animals in concert with a couple friends and had the best time! I’m tired and sore, but the show was amazing and the merch I got is so cute! I’m so glad we got to do this mini trip, and now I’m ready to go home and cuddle with my husband!
finding light in the dark 