Yapp incoming dearies.
Cause u all need a reminder that we love u
What do we do when people say hurtful things?
The best thing we can do is build confidence in ourselves.
There are people all over who will try to break you down. Who will hate, or not understand. Who dont wish to understand. You can not change them, you know what they say is untrue, but the words still hurt. Like a needle burying itself deep inside. A terrible echo that eats at your confidence and mind.
Build up your defense. Surround yourself with kind and uplifting people. Try not to dwell on hurtful words, what they said does not hold any real weight. Learn to love yourself. Wholly and completely. Accept every part of yourself, it is not a crime to feel. We all have feelings and opinions, learn to accept yours and stand by them, even if you feel you stand alone.
But even if you feel alone in your small garden, know there is a forest waiting for just outside the gate.
There is a support system here online, continue to reach out and use it. We are all here for you.
You are not alone.
You never were.
We may not be there physically, but we stand with you in spirit.
You are loved.
Every part of you, the 'mask' is still you, the same way everything beneath is you.
Remember to live in the moment, there is so much beauty. Step away from the intensity of society and spend a moment with yourself.
We already love you, so all you need is to extend that towards yourself.
You do not stand alone.
You never have and you never will.
There is always someone on your side, even if you can't see it.
With love,
Linn, the sappy bird parent of several people online