Everything Will Be Okay

 

Recently, my husband and I were leaning into a deep reflection of these past two years.  December 2022 began a chaotic disaster of physical and mental health issues.  It has been a traumatic rollercoaster for me.  And it has also deeply affected my family.  Truthfully, we are exhausted.  

My body has always been very sensitive to medication, illness and injury.  While the average person may take 10 days to heal from a common upper respiratory viral infection, it takes me over 14 days.  A simple bruise may take most people 5 days to disappear and for me, it could take 7-10 days to heal.  I am very aware of this and therefore know my body has many sensitivities.  


On this same note, my body is very finicky when it comes to medications.  Sometimes a medicine that most people can use, my body may struggle to adjust.  It’s hard sometimes to know which medications I tolerate without, unfortunately, having to try them first.  Recently, I tried a medication to help with my anxiety and my body had an adverse reaction to it.  Upon finding out about this, my father-in-law looked at me and said, "You just have the worst luck".  

As I continue to reflect on these past two years, I know that I have tried my hardest every step of the way.  Through two bouts of COVID, Long COVID symptoms, chronic migraines, chronic fatigue, anxiety, bipolar disorder and two major surgeries, I have taken life one moment at a time.  And I continue to try and work on my health and wellbeing every single day.  

I know that I feel mentally and physically truly exhausted.  Yet, resting is just as important as doing all the things that life throws in my direction.  I believe it is not healthy to push through exhaustion to get through to the next moment.  Sometimes it is hard to find time to rest however, I know the importance of a nap and a good solid nights sleep.  

I end this post with a letter of love and encouragement.  This is for myself and for all those struggling through their own life battles.  We all have a story to share and I am honored to share mine with all of you.  And, at the end of the day, I know that "everything will be okay".  

A letter to the exhausted....

Beautiful human, I need you to stop.

I need you to stop for just one moment and remember how far you've come,

how much you've grown.

I need you to remind yourself that there hasn't been one challenge you haven't overcome.

Know that you are strong, capable, gifted and the Universe has a beautiful purpose for you here on earth.

I need you to remember that you are amazing.

You are a masterpiece, and your story is a testimony to other people. 

Keep shining, and be SO very proud of the human you are becoming. 

Love Note: With all my heart, I genuinely request that due to the content written, please seek the guidance of professional help should you feel you need it.