since coming home from japan, i've already run into some personal hurdles.
one in particular was really difficult to navigate, but i successfully got through it.
something i have understood is that when you encounter difficult territories in your life, you are always going to be in control of how you react. i feel like my past self would've have lashed out and held a grudge for days on end.
this time around, i decided to engage in positive self talk. at first, my mind was babbling with all sorts of emotions since the situation was so new. and the quickest thing i could do to get out of my head, was to say "NO" out loud.
after that, the talking to myself went along the lines of:
"you went through so much shit in japan. if you can handle it out there, you can do it here back at home. the imporant thing is you are breathing, you are alive, and you were able to get through it. now, release it, and have a good rest of your day with your boyfriend because you f*cking DESERVE IT"
and after that, i carried on with my day as happily and as care free as i could.
i guess what i am trying to say is dwelling and sullking on the negative things does not serve you in any way. what happened, happened. and as long as you are still functioning, you have the ability to address and control what comes afterward.
take a deep breath, and a moment to mindfully come back to the present. allow yourself to positively acknowledge your feelings, existence, and ability to figure out what can be done next!