a few gentle reminders for dark times ♡
you won’t always feel like this. this is only temporary. one day this will be over.
it’s hard to find, but trying to look for the silver linings. look for the tiny sparks that make you feel warm inside. distance yourself from things that drain you.
you may feel weak, but the last time you felt you couldn’t do it anymore, you still kept going. you’re strong enough to make it through this.
be gentle with yourself. treat yourself kindly, like a little plant that needs to cared for. stay hydrated, surround yourself with sunlight (comforting things and people), allow yourself time, kindness and patience to grow.
be loving towards yourself. whenever you think of a bad thought, defend yourself with a kind one. the negative thoughts are just your insecurities and fears. no matter what you think, you’re loved, you belong somewhere, you make someone happy, and you have many beautiful qualities about you.
do one small thing that makes you feel a sense of accomplishment. it doesn’t matter what it is, but sometimes, going to bed after feeling accomplished is one of the best feelings.
remember to stop being so hard on yourself. don’t expect so much of yourself. you’re not a robot. you deserve rest and making your mental health a priority. it’s ok to make mistakes - it means you’re trying.
you will heal from this. there are people you haven’t met who will love you, and the world still has many beautiful things in it for you to see. stay strong and keep going ✨
