I’ve been there…
-Putting on a smiling when you’re really crying inside…
-Trying to convince the world that you are “OK” when really you’re not.
-Acting like you are ok with your impending divorce when really it feels like you are dealing with the death of a loved one.
-Picking up the wrong “friends” while you’re blinded by your vulnerability.
-Being in denial about life as it really is because no one truly likes starting over.
-Realizing for the first time you are going to be a single mother to your child(ren) because no one ever plans life like that.
-Putting every egg in the basket that was labeled “love” only for it to get rejected.
Here is my two cents:
You have two options…
- Speak your hurt out loud.
- Stay silent and low key.
Here’s why…
Eventually that “fake high” that has you lifted due to social media raving is going to end. You are going to feel like sh#t. Life is going to suck temporarily.
If you plan to elevate, EVALUATE. Peep those in your corner. See if they are FOR you, your children, and your sanity after the fight is over. Don’t excuse them by title because I’ve experienced first hand that title/relation means nothing when it comes down to the REAL game of thrones.
You will lose a few “friends”. Some family members/in laws may turn their backs on the “new you”, but none of that matters if you are being true to you and pushing towards being your best self.
DO YOU. Anybody meant to be around WILL be around and that’s a big ol’ fact. You will NEVER be able to convince the person who doesn’t see the great in you that you possess greatness by playing the system. You can’t manipulate God.
Look in the mirror. Do you love who you see? Love your reflection enough to let some of that bad go to make room for all the good that will be on the way.
You are royalty. Now, act like it.
Until Next time…
-Alex
