Wootz of Wisdom

"I Understand" They are the most healing words in the English language. When you go through hard times, your brain does funny things. It makes you feel guilty for not being able to keep up. It makes you feel like there is something wrong with you because you are different. It makes you feel like there is no hope. It makes you feel like the darkness will never end. It makes you feel alone. But when someone else has gone through the same thing, suddenly you feel like someone actually gets you. You feel like it’s ok to fall apart. It’s ok to cry. It’s ok not to be ok. It’s ok to hurt. It’s ok to be mad. It’s ok to mess up. It’s ok to feel that way. And best of all, it’s going to be ok. Because on some subliminal level we all need permission to cope. Even though we feel guilty coping because often others judge they way we cope. Give someone that permission today. Tell them you understand. And if I have made you feel ok with being not ok, I would appreciate if you buy one of my mugs to help support my mission of telling others they are not alone.. Each mug has a story of hope. Each one sends a message that there will be another tomorrow. And if you can’t buy a mug, that’s ok. Just share the posts with someone who needs them. That way my dark patches can have a reason - because if they can encourage you, then it’s ok that I went through them. Whether you choose to buy one or not, just know you’re ok, you’re not alone, and this thing that you are going through won’t last forever. Hang in there. I understand.