I often remember the time before the world was isolated. I miss more than ever being able to travel and enjoying myself with my friends.
1 month later
After every action in my life feeling like a chore, I decided I needed to change my mindset. I watched every video on how to feel better, and instead of discrediting the solutions without even trying, I was going to put the effort in.
I will succeed today. I am beautiful. I am enough. I deserve to be happy.
I began to practice self-care, and I started saying positive affirmations every morning. I consciously turned away negative thoughts.
Over time, I created a routine that made me content with being alone and appreciative of the little things.
I love the smell of your cookies, Mom!
You seem so happy, Clara. How are u always in a good mood?
After covid restrictions were lifted and I could see my friends, I felt like a brighter, happier person.
Self care and reflecting guys, it's the key
Yeah, right. That's what everyone says
After being alone for so long, I appreciate spending time with my friends. I also am equally as happy when I am alone, which is a goal I thought I would never achieve during self isolation
From time to time, I feel myself slipping back into old habits of hopelessness and not being grateful. But now that I am conscious of these thoughts and know that self care can help me, I always pull myself out.