Growing up in the CoC, bragging was not allowed. It was shamed. Anything good that we did was because God decided to bless us; it wasn’t because of our own talent or hard work. Not only did I hear that at church, I heard it in my CoC school, and at home in our family devotionals. It’s one of the reasons I don’t like to brag on myself; or as my therapist would say ‘I don’t give myself credit’…credit for what? Well that’s what I’m exploring right now.

Today I’m proud of myself for how well I’ve adjusted to living in a hotel (while home renovations are being done) with my kids, 4/5 cats (outside kitty could not be found, but I’m sure he’s okay), and 2 big dogs. It’s been a challenge, but it feels like home now after a couple of weeks. We all have our own bed, iPhones, and ear buds so we can have our own space when needed.

I’ve kept up my daily yoga 100%. Even through my own bout with COVID, I did it (it was literally 5 min in bed, and it counted). It’s my ‘me time’ every day-ear buds on, Yoga With Adriene on my phone, and my kiddos respect my time. Doing YWA daily has quite literally changed my life.

I accept my kids 100% as they are, no changes needed. I’ll talk about them a lot, because they’re my highest priority in life. They’re tweens, neurodiverse, one is queer, one is autistic. I’ve completely changed my parenting, and because of that my relationship with my kids has improved 100%. I’m not perfect, but I lead with love, empathy & curiosity.

I’ve been in consistent therapy for over a year, and I have a psychiatrist. That’s both a brag & and privilege. I’m fortunate that I am able to get both of those services, and I’m proud of myself for knowing that I need both of them. Those along with yoga & weed…my mental health is the best it’s ever been.

So basically this is likely gonna be a blog to supplement my therapy, and a way to connect with other like minded folks. I welcome Socratic discussion; I do not welcome trolls.