2. I feel like I've let a caricature of mental and emotional wellness be my guide for a long time—like I have this image of wellness that looks like feeling good and at my best all the time. And I've let the self-help "authorities" sell me the idea that it is possible to be at my best all the time if I put in the work and follow the steps. Your writing and friendship are helping me create a truer image of wellness, one that is well even as feelings and seasons ebb and flow, one that is aware of emotions and tends to them instead of trying to outsmart or avoid them. Thanks for writing this. Can't wait for the next newsletter!
2. I feel like I've let a caricature of mental and emotional wellness be my guide for a long time—like I have this image of wellness that looks like feeling good and at my best all the time. And I've let the self-help "authorities" sell me the idea that it is possible to be at my best all the time if I put in the work and follow the steps. Your writing and friendship are helping me create a truer image of wellness, one that is well even as feelings and seasons ebb and flow, one that is aware of emotions and tends to them instead of trying to outsmart or avoid them. Thanks for writing this. Can't wait for the next newsletter!
So real. Thank you for sharing Natalie, and leading with vulnerability. 🫶 🥹