So I suppose this might seem like an odd post for a therapist but maybe it tells you a little bit about my sense of humour. We have spent the past 11 months feeling like this on a number of days. It hasn’t happened and although most of us are a little worse for wear the world is still here and so are we. This does not negate the trauma we have experienced globally. Yes, I call it trauma because we have been living in a prolonged state of crisis. It’s been a long journey but it is time to check in. How are you? Let’s not lie about it and say “fine”. It think we need to check in with each other and share how we are really doing. It’s time to move forward and reconnect with those you still want in your life. A phone call, a Zoom chat or a parking lot physically distant cup of tea. Do what works but be real and let people know you are not okay. I love when people are clear and tell me what they need. We can’t always fix things but we can be present. We can bake that cake, pick up those groceries or just listen. I know you have heard this before but it is okay to not be okay! If you are okay then fantastic, help someone else if you have the energy to give.

This is the year of the big reset, we got knocked down and it is time to put our plan in place and do the work we want to do or let go of what we don’t need. Be kind to yourself and just lean in. You’ve got this! Oh and if you don’t, well find a good counsellor and prioritize your mental wellness because it is so important.