Happy Monday all!
To say 2020 has been a dumpster fire is an understatement. Anything and everything that could go wrong did. Although 2020 was rough I learned more about myself than I had in a long time. In alot of ways 2020 has been a year of growth for me. I know the popular refrain is to only attribute negative things to 2020 but for me there was a good amount of positives too. So here is what I’ve learned from 2020:
- Friends & Family are EVERYTHING: I’ll be the first to admit prior to 2020 I assumed my family & friends would always be there. I remember being asked to visit family or hang with friends and I would quickly decline. Now I look back at those moments wishing I would’ve accepted. There isn’t enough Zoom calls that could ever take the place of being in the physical presence of my family and friends. I’ve vowed to never decline invites by family and friends to hang out once it’s safe to do so.
- It’s Okay Not To Be Okay: During the quarantine I struggled with feelings of isolation. Feeling isolated was new to me so I tried to be “strong” to cancel it out. Eventually I had to realize that it was okay not to be okay. I’ve acknowledged my struggles and continue to work through them in therapy.
- Working From Home is a Privilege: Since March when the shut down began I’ve been working from home. I’m not a fan of WFH. I like going to work & interacting with people everyday. Despite these feelings, I know that WFH is a privilege that millions of Americans do not have. I fully recognize I am blessed to continue to work full time during this crisis. So instead of belly aching about WFH I’m learning how to appreciate it.
Now it’s your turn. What has 2020 taught you about yourself?
Have a HAPPY NEW YEAR!!!
Cardigan: Banana Republic (old, similar here)/Skirt: c/o Eloquii (sold out, similar here)/Cami: Lane Bryant/Belt: Lane Bryant/Earrings: Lane Bryant/Shoes: BCBGeneration (old)
You look amazing!