Look — I’m not a therapist. I’m not a psychologist or psychiatrist or anything of the like. But I am a human being, and though young, I’ve been through some hard things in my life. I’ve been bullied, I’ve grieved, I’ve loved, I’ve lost, etc.,. I’ve been in some really deep ruts, and there have been times when I’ve found myself swallowed up in waves of despair, anger and other feelings.
I used to let myself wallow in these emotions until they worked themselves out of my system, but as I enter this new phase of life, I’ve found this strategy to be less and less useful and perhaps even a detriment to my well-being. Usually, I have a tendency to be sensitive and maybe even a little saccharine at times, but I’m not here to coddle anyone this time.
Sitting in your feelings is killing you…