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5/6/2024, 11:58:38 PM

In my happy place but my anxiety is creeping up. The last time I considered going home was November for February but plans started to change to meet my daughter then January hit and I was simply to sick to travel or do much of anything that didn’t involve sleep or hospital/doctor visits. Decided on an Easter surprise. Trip cancelled as the reason for going no longer existed 😞 and was still too sick to travel anyway . I was thinking it would be a while before I would feel ready to be home again but helping parents has become the priority over everything else. #itdoesgetbettereventually #itsokaytobesad #itsokaytonotbeokay #itsokaytohaveboundaries #boundsriesarenotwalls #breatheinjoy #breatheoutpeace

5/6/2024, 3:01:24 PM

Life is like a seesaw. It is full of ups and downs, and the ups have no meaning without those downs to feel how far you’ve come. If you were always happy, that feeling would become diluted by the constant joyous feeling. So, the next time you feel down, remember a high isn’t too far away and that this low will make you feel so much higher. #mentalhealth #mentalhealthpodcast #studentpodcast #waitthisisdeep #itsokaytobesad #mentalhealthawareness #seesaw

5/3/2024, 4:18:28 PM

🥀 it’s okay to be sad 🥀 dotted artwork *reserved* 9x13 cm • 10h #artwork #dottingart #dotwork #stipplingart #itsokaytobesad #burningheart #dottedheart #dottedeyes #sadartwork #darkart #smallbusiness #smallartist #finelinerart

5/3/2024, 10:12:03 AM

“Sometimes the bravest thing you can do is acknowledge your sadness. It’s okay to be sad.” . . . . . . #itsokaytobesad #nightlife #nightlifephotography #edits #editingideas

4/30/2024, 6:30:52 AM

- 「其實不開心哪有分大或小?」 每個人都有自己的難處和苦衷 雖然有些事情比較起來 看似微不足道 但如果是對自己有負面影響的話 那種受傷感 就沒有分大小了 When life brings the darkest misery Let it be your strongest energy 是今天學習祝福手繪時寫的 如果這一刻 黑暗沒法為自己帶來力量 那就靜候著自己可以克服黑暗的時候吧💪🏻 P.S 上兩個星期 因為祝福手繪的事 讓自己有點動搖 今天再有學習的機會 重新定位 感覺回來了😌 #囂稜HealHilling #祝福手繪 #祝福手繪初級導師認證課程 #祝福手繪中級導師認證課程 #祝福 #人手製作 #全人手製作 #客製化 #衛蘭 #janicevidal #itsokaytobesad - - - 📬用66的步調,寫一封給生活的信🕯️ 📧Collaboration: [email protected]

4/28/2024, 12:56:38 PM

It is such a JOY to share updates with y’all! But, the therapist in me believes in living authentically (while showing up in public spaces with boundaries, because we all deserve our privacy). ❤️ Instagram often holds our collective highlights up on a pedestal, gaslighting us into thinking it’s a mirror that reveals what we lack. So, in honor of disclosing a lowlight, tonight I will share that I started writing this book as most of you know after I had a dream of my main character rock climbing. It was a morning in early January 2022 and I knew I had to write the story. What I haven’t shared: I was going through an extremely difficult time when I created Mōr. And I have a feeling my psyche created it to distract me from the horrors unfolding for a loved one. At least, that’s my theory. ❤️ I poured myself into the 60,000+ words. Just dumped my whole being into the first draft while navigating a wild grief that was difficult, at times impossible to manage. I don’t have many photos from that time, those first 30 days I began a Nanowrimo and hit my goal. The sadness would sneak up, choking me until I reunited with my keyboard, typing myself into Iron Age Scotland, into my imagination. Mōr helped me weather the storm that was ripping through my family and I will be forever grateful for it. For giving me something to hold onto. Somewhere to shift my energy to. Grateful for the lessons it’s taught me, for where we’re going. That’s it! Lowlight shared. Perhaps we’ll need to start a lowlight Tuesday tradition. ❤️ If you’d like, share in the comments how disclosing or reading a lowlight has been helpful. ❤️ #writersjourney #lowlights #lowmoments #itsokaytobesad #amwriting

4/24/2024, 6:34:23 AM

Let's normalise sadness by allowing ourselves and others to feel sad as much as we allow ourselves to be happy and excited. Sadness is a basic human emotion. A normal response to situations that are hurful, adverse or dissappointing. Sadness, however, is temporary and transitory and should not be confused with depression which is longer lasting and persistent. #howimetmypink #emotionalhealth #emotionalwellbeing #sadness #mentalhealthsupport #mentalhealthawareness #depression #feelingsquotes #traumahealing #healingjourney #emotionalintelligence #emotionalhealing #itsokaynottobeokay #itsokaytobesad #lifecoaching #coachingandtherapy #personallifecoach #traumainformedcoaching

4/19/2024, 5:46:53 AM

4/2/2024, 4:26:03 AM

Reminder: it's okay to be sad sometimes. Emotions are part of being human, and it's important to acknowledge and honor them. Take time for self-care and reach out for support when needed. 💙

3/21/2024, 10:32:43 PM

Have you ever put on a smile while your heart was heavy? I know I have. And I know we've seen other people do it too. It's like pretending everything's okay when it's far from it. It doesn't make it any better. It just adads this layer of "your sadness isn't okay to feel" or "your sadness isn't okay to show." In my eyes, those moments of pretending are the saddest of all. I wonder what life would be like if we really gave ourselves permission to feel it all – the sadness, the hurt, the messiness. Sure, it's not the easiest path but in embracing our pain, we find the courage to heal. ♡, Sophia P.S. ✨FREE feelings guide✨ at thehappinessdoctor.com/guides to help you just be sad without being the saddest kind of sad ❤️ #itsokaytofeel #itsokaytobesad #dontignorehowyoufeel #sadnessandsorrow #sadness😢 #negativefeelings #feeltoheal #loveyouremotions #feelyouremotions #allfeelingsarewelcome #letyourselffeel #feelhowyoufeel #yourfeelingsarevalid

3/19/2024, 10:55:10 PM

"Life is a rollercoaster ride, and every now and then, we all experience a dip. It's perfectly okay to feel sad, to acknowledge your emotions and take a moment to breathe. Remember, it's just a phase, not your permanent state. So let yourself feel, but also remind yourself that you are strong and capable of rising above any challenge. You got this, and I'm here cheering you on! 💪🏼 Follow @emotions.healer for more such motivating and mental health related content. #itsokaytobesad #embracethejourney #youarestrong #motivationmonday"

3/12/2024, 5:29:34 AM

🌧️ Let's talk about the importance of normalizing sadness and embracing our emotions 🌈 😔 It's okay to feel sad, and it's important to acknowledge and work through those feelings in a healthy way 💪 🌟 Who else believes in the power of embracing and processing our emotions? Let's start a conversation! 🗣️ Encourage open conversations about emotions Validate feelings of sadness Promote healthy coping mechanisms #EmotionalWellness #ItsOkayToBeSad #FeelYourFeelings #EmotionalIntelligence #SelfCare #Mindfulness #SupportEachOther #EndTheStigma #HealthyEmotions #PositiveMindset #SelfReflection #SpecialEducationAdvocate #MentalHealthAwareness #NormalizeFeelings #IEPsupport #SelfRegulation

2/24/2024, 12:01:34 AM

2/22 – Proud of how far I’ve come 🎨2/22 🎤5/22 Thoughts for the day: The healing journey is a wild one, but wow, the change that can take place if we make that investment in ourselves is unlike ANYTHING else! Everything is temporary and things can very much change and it is up to each of us to CHOOSE that path for ourselves – because no one else can do it for us. High risk / high reward. Ps. I edited this piece while chowing down on some Cajun boiled peanuts, they are so yum that I had a hard time taking a full pause to write this 🤭 Anything is possible if we believe ♥️ ✨Another day another creation, until we meet again✨ 😘EnergyUnspoken Voice & Art Digital Journal A story of love. The journey back to self. 365 days #AnotherDayAnotherCreation #February22 #May22 #HealingJourney #MentalHealthJourney #SimpleTasks #Growth #HowFarWeveCome #Wow #Emotional #EverythingIsTemporary #PhoenixRising #ChangeIsPossible #InLoveWithSelf #ItsOkayToBeSad #RelationshipToSelf #LookingOutWindows #Music #Headphones #SuchAVibe #HowLuckyAmI #ArtProject #UntilWeMeetAgain #DigitalJournal #EnergyUnspoken #ChangingTheWorld

2/23/2024, 1:45:21 AM

To anyone who’s feeling a little blue today; we’re here for you 🌋💕 #smallwins #selflove #manifestmagic #itsokaytobesad #embraceyourfeelings

2/22/2024, 8:57:57 PM

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2/19/2024, 5:32:28 PM

💖 Hey sweethearts! 💖 ⁠ ⁠ If you're feeling a bit down this Valentine's Day, remember that it's perfectly okay. It's not just a day for couples, it's a day for love in all forms, including self-love. 🌹🤗 ⁠ ⁠ Treat yourself, do something you enjoy, and remember how incredibly special you are. Your worth isn't defined by a date on the calendar. You're loved every day! ⁠ ⁠ #ValentinesDay #SelfLove #ItsOkayToBeSad #YouAreSpecial #LoveYourselfFirst 💕🌟

2/10/2024, 6:01:22 PM

Janice Vidal - 樂敦養潤水 x KKBOX《夜の養潤 Music Live》20240117 Thanks @rohtohk @kkbox_hk for having Janice 🤍 #JaniceVidal #衛蘭 #ItsOkayToBeSad #就算世界無童話 #呼吸之間 #生涯規劃 #weak #Rohtohk #KKBOX #夜の養潤MusicLive #樂敦養潤水 #rohtoeyemoisturizer

2/9/2024, 7:45:49 AM

"Embrace your emotions, let the tears flow, and celebrate the uniqueness that makes you, you. 🌈 . . . #EmbraceYourself #BeYou #FeelItAll #AuthenticityMatters #ItsOkayToBeSad #ExpressYourself #UniqueAndProud #OwnYourWeirdness

2/8/2024, 6:19:18 AM

@happyhouseapparel loving the new shirt! #itsokaytobesad

2/8/2024, 1:26:39 AM

Es ist okay zu weinen, es ist keine Schwäche. Gefühle zu zeigen ist völlig okay! Dein Verstand hat verarbeitet, doch dein Inneres fühlt noch sehr lange nach. Es ist erst vorbei wenn du es durchfühlt hast. #Itsokaytobesad #Itsokaytocry #Tears #Feelings #Weinen #Tränen #Dudarfstweinen #Dudarfsttraurigsein #Fühle #Gefühle

2/5/2024, 8:25:13 PM

Locked: Short Animated Movie about Christmas 🌲❤️💙 Software: Photoshop This was a short, quick movie I made in span of few weeks. I wanted to bring people on this small cosy journey of a christmas elf, a puppy and a lonely person sharing the heaviness of Christmas together. It is okay to feel sad on Christmas Eve. Really, it will be okay. ❤️💙 Hope you guys like it. Check out the movie here: ➡https://www.behance.net/gallery/190509809/Locked-Short-Christmas-Animated-Movie #animatic #animation #2danimation #2d #animated #video #animatedvideo #shortmovie #animatedmovie #story #storyboard #animatedshort #christmas #christmasmovie #sadchristmas #itsokaynottobeokay #itsokaytobesad #2danimatedmovie #mentalhealthawareness #davinciresolve #videoediting #adobe #adobephotoshop #universitystudent

2/1/2024, 9:19:42 PM

against happiness, the "cool" happiness. We've never been cool. Quanto è odioso il becero format "felicità a tutti i costi". #OsloTapes #itsokaytobesad

1/28/2024, 3:34:48 PM

I suffer from intermittent depression. Gloomy days affect me. Especially when I am particularly vulnerable. Gremlin voices come in on zip lines. I cant seem to stop them. I let the feelings take their course. Sometimes it’s a sign that something needs attention and that I must pause and look around. Part of getting things done and moving forward is pausing, to take in the view. To give the journey its due respect. We cannot have happiness without sadness and difficulty. I do know that I will feel better tomorrow, but today, I will sit in the melancholy and absorb its gifts. I love you all so much, fo real. . . . #itsokaytobesad #depression #middleage #perimenopause #thejourney #gremlinvoices #faith #godisgood #pause

1/24/2024, 10:00:33 PM

🖼️ ✨ a little reminder that your outer appearance doesn’t need to represent or impact the way that you feel inside. #illustration #art #positivethoughts #mentalhealthmatters #pink #digitaldrawing #itsokaytobesad #bohostyle

1/19/2024, 6:07:50 PM

To avoid sadness is to avoid love. Give yourself permission to feel it all. ❤️ #violetcrowntherapy #vct #feelings #feelyourfeelings #sadness #itsokaytobesad #love #feelitall #begoodtoyourself

1/13/2024, 3:14:03 PM

This week, I've been sad. And that's okay. Our dog had to have surgery (he's at home now and doing fine!). I had a project I was looking forward to that fell through. And I've had to cancel plans due to weather. Being emotionally healthy doesn't mean being happy all the time. It doesn't mean acknowledging hard feelings and trying to outweigh them by reminding yourself of all the good things in life. Being emotionally healthy means acknowledging, validating, and actually *feeling* our feelings. There are sad things in my life, and it's perfectly understandable that I feel sad. This week has also been dotted with really lovely things too. And I'm allowed to be happy and grateful too. I'm allowed to feel lots of feelings—even at the same time. And you are too, friend. January is known as the sad month for a reason. It's dark and cold and snowy and a let down after the holidays. So if you feel sad, let yourself. It's all part of this beautiful, terrible, amazing human experience. Sometimes it's enough to know you're not the only one. ❤️ #youarenotalone #itsokaytonotbeokay #itsokaynottobeokay #itsokaytobesad #itsoktonotbeok #emotionalhealth #soulcare #selfcare #selfcarejourney #selfcompassion #selfkindness #mentalhealth #mentalhealthmatters #feelyourfeelings #emotionalwellbeing #sad #healing

1/13/2024, 2:00:01 AM

🌧️ It’s okay not to be okay. In the midst of life’s highs, there are moments when the clouds gather, and it’s alright to feel a little under the weather. Sadness is a natural part of the human experience, a reminder of our capacity to feel deeply. So, if you’re navigating stormy emotions, remember you’re not alone. Reach out to friends, family, or professionals who can offer support and understanding. Embracing sadness is a step toward healing and growth, and acknowledging these feelings is a sign of strength. Here’s to brighter days ahead and the resilience that comes from weathering life’s emotional seasons. 🌈💙 #ItsOkayToBeSad #EmbraceYourFeelings #YouAreNotAlone 🌧️Está bien no estar bien. En medio de los momentos álgidos de la vida, hay momentos en los que las nubes se acumulan y está bien sentirse un poco mal. La tristeza es una parte natural de la experiencia humana, un recordatorio de nuestra capacidad de sentir profundamente. Entonces, si estás atravesando emociones tormentosas, recuerda que no estás solo. Comuníquese con amigos, familiares o profesionales que puedan ofrecerle apoyo y comprensión. Aceptar la tristeza es un paso hacia la curación y el crecimiento, y reconocer estos sentimientos es una señal de fortaleza. Brindo por los días más brillantes que se avecinan y la resiliencia que se obtiene al superar las estaciones emocionales de la vida. 🌈💙 #Está bien estar triste #Acepta tus sentimientos #No estás solo

1/12/2024, 4:58:07 PM

I have decided not to say Happy New Year anymore, but I am saying "Welcome to 2024" We aren't always in the right place mentally, so it's like we are telling someone they must be happy, but have you considered that the person you say happy New Year to, may not be having a happy New Year. It is generating an interesting conversation, it's neither negative or positive. There is no making people feel that they should be having a happy time. In fact if they are going through a rough period in their life, and it could be a whole host of things, maybe caring for a family member, too much stress in their job, maybe they don't feel well and don't like to talk about it. They could just feel overwhelmed by life and not know where to turn. So, be aware of the words that you use and the impact that they have on others, but also be aware of the impact that your words have on you. It’s okay not to be happy, it’s okay to be sad. It's important to notice because that means you are aware and awareness means you’re on a journey of self discovery. I wish you well on your journey. During my yoga classes we have lots of interesting conversations that improve our attitude and our wellbeing. If this struck a cord with you, come and join us. #welcometo2024 #attitudewellbeing #wordsmatter #onedayatatime #itsokaytobesad #theresmoretoyogathanasanas #improveyourmind #youarenotalome #beinspired

1/5/2024, 8:00:37 PM

As I prepare for a funeral tomorrow, I'm taking a moment to reflect. I started this year being a little bit angry. At the industry, at others, at myself. A single mantra has helped me change my attitude. It is: Be kind. Just be f**king Kind. Be Kind. Be Nice and Be Gentle. And not just to others, but to yourself. @theagilmore's song, The Bright Service, has been a favourite through 2023, and it sums up how I am trying to change my attitude. Give it a listen: https://open.spotify.com/track/6tJ1m1YUo4eKWflGZ4KT73?si=okTX907hQf6Q_VmDPsXINA #BeKind #BeNice #BeGentle #BeKindBeNiceBeGentle #BeTheLight #TheaGilmore #TheBrightService #NewYear #ComingYear #GoodLuck #HeresToYou #ImRootingForYou #ItsOkayToBeSad Here's to the coming year. Good Luck to you all.

12/31/2023, 7:35:29 PM

Be It Happiness or Sorrow,,,, everyone's is pretending,,, If Not,,, atleast we all change even that Happiness or Sorrow as per the Crowd Around... Few be Happy for Real.... Which can be lost in a moment.. Few be themselves around only Few,,, Few who doesn't know what really they want be happy and play cool cz that's what others aa doing or that's what society expects us to,,, Many think, being Sad is good for no one and nobody cares,, let's just put a smile on, so I owe no explanation... Yeah,,,, It's just the masks we are changing... Putting on that smile 😊 thinking 🤔💭 if that fades, we will not fit in the Room,,, Good or Bad 👎 ,,,, just keep Going and stay True to Your Own Enotions and Walk through accordingly... You just can't stay happy all the time ⌚ No body can.. Yeah you gotta go through a Problem without breaking down,, That doesn't mean You even start Lying to ur own self and Live a Lie,,, #thoughts #thoughtsfortheday #amwriting #instawriterssociety #getgoing #walkthrough #knowyouremotions #itsokaytobesad #lifeexperience #learningeveryday☺️ #knowyourself

12/31/2023, 3:20:33 PM

Hard change day over here. But needed. Bonus of full moon energy and the new year I suppose. I usually don't "air my dirty laundry" but sometimes I think we gloss over everything on social media. We only show the good things and not the bad, ugly and awkward things. And then there's the shame aspect of I don't want to post that I'm unlovable or broken ... When the reality is that is sooo not the case. Just because something doesn't work out with someone or certain behaviors make you feel badly does not mean you are broken. Unlovable . Or not deserving of love & good treatment. Sometimes we tell people what we need, six ways from Sunday, and wait and wait for things to change and still don't get it. And it sucks. And just because you love someone with your whole heart and would move heaven and earth for them and want them to love you every day doesn't mean that they are going to feel or do the same for you. And that's okay. Because in the big picture of things everyone comes into our life to teach us a lesson. not all lessons feel good in the moment But the cool part about learning is that it's up to us how we move forward afterwards & if we use that information to improve ourselves and our lives moving forward. Life is too short. So find your joy! And just know that you are loved. You are valuable. You are worth it. Every little bit of it. And one day, maybe I'll find a man who thinks that of me everyday & makes life special & happy and wants to power couple & build a kingdom, together. In the meantime I'll be not asking or looking for it bc well... The thought of that doesn't make me happy at all. And I can build my own kingdom & happiness without a man... So there's that. I'm going back to focusing on me. Because I'm really good at making myself happy. And doing all the things in life that do make me happy. But first a wee cry, a Neurosculpting sesh & a chocolate cupcake to get my brain back on track. #ChangeIsInTheAir #ChangeIsHere #LoveYourSelf #ItsOkayToBeSad #ItsOkayToBeAlone #BetterToBeSingleThanSad #TimeToGrow #TimeToGo #Neurosculpting #ExcuseMeWhileIMourn #ThenEatTheBestCupcake #FeelingsAreValid #SadFeelingsSuck #YouAreWorthy

12/28/2023, 6:23:04 AM

Merry Christmas, my friends. Wishing peace, light, & love for all. 🕊🕯🤍 #merrychristmas #happychristmas #happyholidays #letyourheartbelight #findthejoy #bekind #bekindtoyourself #itsokaytonotbeokay #itsokaytobesad #takecareofyourself

12/25/2023, 2:28:39 PM

Christmas is definitely going to be different this year, and I’m not dealing with that very well. It’s okay to not be festive. It’s okay to feel blue. Or overwhelmed. 😕 Christmas so often serves as a painful reminder of those no longer with us. Be it family or friends that have passed. Be it friends that we’ve just drifted from. Relationships that have left our hearts very heavy. Whatever your reason, just know that it’s okay to feel sad. That it’s okay to feel whatever it is you need to feel to get through. ❄️ I’m here if you need an ear or a place to retreat to. Reaching out is a huge step. Reaching out is brave. Reaching out is NOT a burden… NOT a burden. Reach out! Please don’t suffer needlessly alone. I am here. And I probably need a hug just as much as you might. I have snacks. I have booze. And I’m a pretty good hugger. ☃️ ❄️ 🎄 ❄️ ☃️ #itsokaytobesad #itsokaynotnotbeokay #itsokaytonotbefestive #imhere #reachout #yourenotalone #yourenotaburden #christmasisoverwhelming #missingpeopleishard #feelingaloneishard

12/24/2023, 6:11:31 PM

Manchmal ist es so unglaublich schwer fröhlich sein zu wollen/können, wenn man innerlich gerade einfach nur traurig ist. Diese wechselseitigen Gefühle auszuhalten ist unglaublich anstrengend. Man selbst weiß gerade nicht was einem gut tun könnte. Ein gutes Gespräch mit dem besten Freund/Freundin, oder jmd. aus der Familie, oder hilft es gerade einfach allein mit seinen Gefühlen zu sein und dieses Gefühl einfach wahrzunehmen und auszuhalten!? Wer kennt das? Vllt mögt ihr ja etwas dazu sagen? #feelyourFeelings #itsokaytobesad #itsokaytobequiet #höreaufDich #esistokaywieesist #vertraueDir #vertraueDeinerIntuition #trustYourself #trustyourIntuition

12/23/2023, 12:29:44 PM

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12/18/2023, 8:19:08 AM

Are you feeling conflicting emotions during this most wonderful time of the year?   You’re not alone. Many of us are.   When I look at this picture of my beloved Dad and sisters, I can’t help tearing up. I miss my dad so very much. Today, he would’ve turned 93.   We didn’t know as we laughed, danced, and celebrated this day – a day in October 2008 – that Dad would be gone in less than a year. Way too young and still ready to carpe diem, Dad was just 78 years old.   My chest tightens at the ache of missing him. I have navigated some very challenging waters over these 15 years without his wisdom, laughter, insight, interest, positive outlook, charm, connection, and unqualified deep and abiding love.   It hurts my heart to think of the gaping hole he left. Nothing, no one can fill it. He was that kind of presence, that kind of dad. He was willing and did drop everything to rush to my side in my deepest sadness. And he was my greatest cheerleader, too. There was never a time when he didn’t show up, sometimes it felt miraculously, when I needed him most.   I know Dad is at rest. I know he is in heaven. I know he’s experiencing the fullness, the unfathomable-ness of eternity.   But as I breathe in the scent of pine, listen to the songs of this season, new and old, delight in the twinkly lights, celebrate beautiful moments with family and friends, reflect on and commemorate the sacred gifts of this season…   I am at once struck by joy and loss.   My tears at the beauty of this season and the eruption of grief comingle.   Maybe you too?   It’s okay to feel “both and.” Both great joy and great sorrow, right in the same moment.   And it’s okay to reach out. To let others know you’re hurting. You won’t ruin anyone’s Christmas. There are those who walk with you in your pain.   Deep gratitude may overcome the sadness. For what was, for what is, and for what is to come. Your sorrow will comingle yet again with the joy of being loved and cared for. And that little light of human love will remind you of the greatest love…you are seen, you are heard, you are incomprehensibly loved. You are never alone.

12/14/2023, 10:26:25 PM

It’s a hard day today. Feeling down about everything. This is how I feel. I’m going to sit here and meditate. Honor my sadness and let the feelings be felt and leave my body. #melodyswords #honoryourfeelings #itsokaytobesad #meditate

12/13/2023, 7:23:45 PM

12/13/2023, 1:51:49 AM

My newest block print. It was an honor to see this on the counter the next morning. My five year old loved it enough she wanted to draw it. 🥹 Holding onto light 5x7 lino print $12 + shipping #gothprincess #holdontolight #iamlight #itsokaytobesad #darkandlight #greyline #twocanbetrue #linoprintersofinstagram #linoprints #blockprintlove #lovemyselfmore #naptimeartist #darkart #itsdarkinhere #sunshineart #fyp

12/12/2023, 7:56:50 PM

This is life. This is reality. People will say things about this, that's okay. I am very much at peace with Freya being gone. We are coming up to 8 years on February 8th. But now, this time of year, which I LOVE Christmas time, brings things up. And of course, the universe brings them forefront for a reason, putting a video of a photographer capturing a mama taking the last photo's with her child. But this is truth. This is grief, 8 years later. People want honesty(or so they say) this is raw honesty. 8 years ago, I was away from the love of my life and my son, sitting in PICU, alone, trying to touch just a sliver of my baby girls skin. I am okay. I KNOW she wasn't meant to be here. But... it doesn't diminish how much I wish I could have seen her grow. It doesn't matter how much I know, my sweet, beautiful, kind, funny, amazing Siersha girl wouldn't be here if it wasn't for Freya. This, this is the raw honesty of not having one of my babies here to hug and watch grow into a beautiful human being. This is child loss, This is child grief 8 years later. #grief #childloss #hypoplasticleftheartsyndrome #chd #Freya #imissher #8years #itsokaytobesad #itsokaytomissthem

12/12/2023, 4:55:00 AM

While reading the Lament chapter in Cole Arthur Riley's This Here Flesh, I felt moved to say a word about sorrow. I've spoken to several people about the sorrow they have been battling during what we all think should be a happy time – the holiday season. Some are in a cycle of depression for various reasons, and some are missing loved ones, who when they left this world, took a portion of their joy with them. I remember the first Thanksgiving I spent without my father. It was my first semester of law school. I was walking home from my last class of the semester in the middle of the afternoon. Suddenly, the realization that I wouldn't see him sitting at the table with the rest of the family that year triggered the most all-enveloping, excruciating pain, and I began to cry uncontrollably in the middle of the sidewalk. I continued walking while I sobbed until my cries became so loud that I felt intense shame. I then leaned against a random building and tried to hide my face, hoping to somehow shield myself from the people who were looking at me as if I were crazy. I share this story because I want to normalize the importance of feeling sorrow and not putting on a "brave face," even during this season that is all joy and marketing and carefully curated happiness everywhere that we look. If we ignore our sorrow, at any point in our lives, it grows and festers until eventually, it is all that we can see. If you name it, sit in it, wade through it, you will be controlling it instead of it controlling you. And I truly believe that it is only in doing that, that we’re able to move through our cycles of sadness to our cycles of joy. During this season, may you feel loved. May you feel whole. May you know peace. #nameit #itsokaytobesad #lifeisnotlinear

12/10/2023, 2:40:57 PM

🫶🏻last year, i made an illustration with a similar message that resonated with a lot of you and i understand why.. 😇while things may always look festive around this time of year, our inner world may not always be the same, and that’s okay! 🌲save or share this as a gentle reminder… #doodleadaydec for @ellolovey —————— #doodleaday #kindreminder #gentlereminder #gentlereminders #itsokaytonotbeokay #itsokaytonotbeokay #itsokaytobesad #holidayszn #holidayseason #dailyreminder #ipadlettering #holidaymail #digitalcalligraphy

12/5/2023, 4:23:58 PM

It's OK to be Sad. T-shirt for sale on Etsy. Link in bio. 💕 . . . . . #oktobenotok #oktobesad #itsokaytonotbeokay #itsokaynottobeokay #itsoktonotbeok #itsoknottobeok #itsoktobesad #itsokaytobesad #mentalhealthawareness

12/4/2023, 3:12:36 AM

Sad? That's totally okay. Everyone feels sad sometimes. It shows you care and feel things deeply. Accepting your sadness helps you understand yourself better and grow stronger. Your feelings are important, no matter what they are. We'll help you see why sadness is a part of you and how it makes you special. 🫶 #ItsOkayToBeSad #FeelingsMatter #SadButStrong

12/1/2023, 2:30:17 PM

Ever felt like the whole world just went down on you? So many bad things happen to me the past few months and it’s weighing down on me. Bad times like this I just wanna go to a corner and just have inner peace with myself. . . . . . . . . . . . . #innerpeace #emodrawing #saddrawing #itsokaynottobeokay #dontlosehope #dontgiveup #selflovequotes #itsokaytobesad #sadtimes #drawingoftheday #justforfun#drawing #slowdown #chicagoartist #artillustration #mentalhealthquotes #selflovetips #itsokay #peacetime #chicagoilliust #chicagodrawing #artistunder1k #artistunder2k #artistsoninstagram #digitalartist #digitalart

11/28/2023, 10:28:15 PM

There is nothing wrong with you if you feel down from time to time. We are meant to feel and express a range of different emotions. However, if you are constantly feeling down and you can’t seem to break out of it, it might be time to talk to someone. Don’t hesitate to ask for help if this sounds like you.

11/22/2023, 6:21:45 PM

"Life is full of ups and downs, with moments of joy and moments of sadness, moments of connection and moments of loneliness. It's a roller coaster ride that can bring peace of mind if we remember to take a step back and appreciate the journey. I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I #Life #Peace #Sadness #Lonely #LonelyLife #AloneAgain #SadDays #SingleStruggle #LifeIsLonely #YouAreNotAlone #ItsOkayToBeSad #LonelinessAwaits #TheLonelyRoad #FeelingLonely #SadAndAlone #SadAndSingle

11/19/2023, 10:30:33 AM

Hey there! 💗 Today, I feel a little sad because I still haven't landed my first client. Well, this post is also to remind you that it's okay to feel sad sometimes—life's a roller coaster, right? If you're going through a rough patch, know that it's okay. We all have those days. 🤍 If you're up for it, share one thing that's been on your mind lately, or simply drop an emoji that captures your mood. Let's support each other through the highs and lows. 🌸 #kiyarahelps #itsokaytobesad #checkin

11/10/2023, 2:47:39 PM

Life is a blend of emotions, and it’s okay not to be happy all the time. Embrace the ups and downs, for they shape our growth and resilience. Book a therapy session with us today on www.thelistener.pk or contact us on our 24/7 helpline +92 304 1110250. #itsokaynottobeokay #itsokaytobesad #mentalhealthawareness #mentalhealthmatters #mentalhealthrecovery

11/7/2023, 6:03:58 PM

. The Power of Acceptance Sadness isn't a sign of weakness; it's a testament to our humanity. Accepting our sadness doesn't diminish our strength; it enhances our resilience. By embracing this emotion, we open the door to a deeper understanding of ourselves and others. . #AcceptSadness #StrengthInVulnerability #EmotionalIntelligence #EmbraceSadness #FeelYourEmotions #HealingJourney #AcceptSadness #StrengthInVulnerability #EmotionalIntelligence #MentalHealthMatters #EmotionAcceptance #HealthyMind #SelfCare #Mindfulness #MentalWellness #EmotionallyHealthy #MentalHealthAwareness #EmbraceYourFeelings #ItsOkayToBeSad #SadnessIsNormal #MindfulLiving #EmbraceYourEmotions #SadnessAndStrength

11/5/2023, 7:22:04 PM