Hello! This past year was the literal worst year of my life, hands down. It was terrifying, stressful, difficult beyond belief, and exhausting. Thankfully, things are on a massive upswing and I am SO happy for it. However, my mind still hasn’t quite caught up as I spent an entire year in a constant state of panic. After dragging my feet for a bit, I finally decided that it would do me a world of good to schedule an appointment with a therapist. I will be having my first session at the end of the month and I am really looking forward to it!
This is not going to be my first rodeo with therapy as I went to several in my youth, teens, and early twenties. Although, I think the upcoming is going to be the most beneficial appointments yet. I went through a lot last year and most of it is incredibly hard for me to talk about – even to Johnny and my besties. Being able to say what I need to a third party is very appealing to me and I am excited to learn new coping skills to help improve my mental health.
Therapy is such an important tool and it is nothing to be ashamed of. Rather, it’s something to be proud of because you are taking the proper steps for your well being. I am really proud of myself for scheduling an appointment in the first place and my only regret is that it isn’t sooner! If you are feeling wishy-washy about making an appointment for yourself, I say go for it! A sounding board could be just what you need.
This post wasn’t made for pats on the back for me, but encouragement for all of my readers and friends too. Mental health has always been a huge struggle for me and I feel empowered that I am taking charge of it. If I can do it, so can you! ❤
Have you benefited from seeing a therapist? Who is your favorite person to get advice from? I want to hear from all of you, so leave me a comment and let’s chat! Much love. -Sarah
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Yaay! I hope your therapist is exactly who you need them to be and that you get a lot out of the process!!
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Thank you so much!!!!!!!! ❤
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I’m currently watching a Jerry’s Live demo on YouTube and you should check it out. Dated today, 08/15/23, with title “#JL301: Figure Painting”. It’s got some amazeballs instruction/demo on figures and painting a base color before adding details. Makes me feel insanely inferior but it’s also GREAT instruction!
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Eeeeee!!!! Will deff have to check out! Thank you!! 😘😘
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She didn’t finish the painting but gave a lot of good info near the end, including why she can so easily whip out a figure painting.
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So proud of you and thankful you are doing this. I am so sorry for all you had to go through, and am so grateful for all your care you gave (give) to me. I love you so much!
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I LOVE YOU MOM!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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I hope you get out of it what you need 🙂
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Thank you!!!!! ❤ ❤ ❤
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Always 🙂 ❤
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I recently went to therapy too. Unfortunately i didn’t continue as it wasn’t simply for me and I know finding the right therapist takes time. Definitely trying it again soon. I go to my elder sister for advice and comfort. She is my rock!!
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Yes! You definitely need to have a good connection with the therapist for it to work well. I hope it’s more successful when you try again! And ditto!!! My big sister is my best friend!!! ❤
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