My answer is always “Yeah”, but it’s not the truth. I’m not okay.
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I’m struggling with so many things on a daily basis. Sometimes it’s one thing weighing on me and sometimes it’s nothing at all. I just feel heavy.
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I’m always second-guessing. “Did I do the right thing?” “Am I who I’m supposed to be?” “Am I a good person?”
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I fear for my family. “Will we stay healthy?” “If anything happens to my babies, I don’t know what I’d do.” “Am I a good mom?”
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I look at myself and struggle with acceptance. “If I could only lose x-amount of pounds.” “Why do I have so many pimples?” “Why am I so anxious?” “Am I too much for people?”
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I preach positivity when I’m struggling with it constantly. I put on a happy face, but on the inside I’m falling apart.
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Mental load is real. It is heavy. It is valid. If you’re having a hard time, just know you’re not alone. The next time someone asks, “Are you okay?” be honest. If they’re asking, they care. Let them in.
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Hang in there. If you need a safe space, I’m here too.”
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