Top 6 takeaways from therapy
The best decision Iโve ever made was saying, YES to therapy. I decided to take charge of my life and put myself first for once. There are so many takeaways from each session that I continue to use on a daily basis.
My top 6 takeaways ๐๐พ
1 - ITโS OKAY TO SAY, NO ๐ ๐พโโ๏ธ
There are so many times when we feel obligated to say, YES and deep down we really want to say, NO. Itโs important to do whatโs best for you.
2- YOUR FEELINGS ARE VALID ๐๐พโโ๏ธ
There is so much emotional and physical trauma that comes with having a chronic illness. Donโt let anyone dismiss your feelings
3- DONโT BYPASS YOUR FEELINGS ๐๐พ๐๐พ
Be honest with your emotions and how youโre feeling. This may include opening up to a friend, family or partner.
4- ITโS OKAY TO CRY โ๐พ
Crying is not a form of weakness. Let those tears out and release what you have been holding on to.
5- GIVE YOURSELF PERMISSION TO PAUSE ๐ง๐พโโ๏ธ
Be the best version of YOU!! unplug, recharge and focus on self-care. Itโs not selfish.
6-CHANGE THE NARRATIVE ๐๐พ
Whether you are having negative thoughts in your head, comparing yourself to โsociety standardsโ change the narrative.
Redefine your own story and create space for your thoughts to uplift and support you.
PS..Therapy does not make you weak ๐๐พ
Itโs my self-care journey that has given me every day tools.