Oct 11, 2022
We all have stressful lives in some capacity. Whether it's financial, work related, a lousy marriage, or health issues, it's tough.
And those stresses take their toll on us, either quickly or slowly. Some of us respond well in the face of these obstacles while others let their problems suck them down into a black hole.
Now I'm not a therapist nor can I help you learn how to thrive in the face of adversity. But I can share with you what I've learned about myself, having lived through (and still living with) a sh*tload of personal stress.
One thing I've learned is that I cope by shutting down and internalizing my struggles. I stop exercising. I eat more junk food. I waste time. I avoid the real issues and hide behind a fake smile.
And this is not a good thing. It's not particularly healthy for me and my family. But it's what I know and what I'm trying to get better at.
My point in sharing this is that although I know I'm not responding well to my stress, I never get down on myself. I never consider quitting. I never look at myself as a failure. I know in my heart that I can and will do better.
I know that it only takes one (very hard) decision to put my feelings aside and get the f*ck back to work.
And I do. I've done it many times in the past and even though right now I'm not in the best mental and physical state, it's something I plan to change very soon.
I'm just not ready for it.
And you might not be either and that's OK. As long as you don't throw your hands in the air and quit, you'll be just fine.
Keep these things in mind if and when you're struggling, because it WILL happen time and time again.
Just keep pressing onward and remember that you have it in you to crush whatever it is you want most.