My final personal work in 2022. I have been struggling with my mental health for some time and have finally found a place of stability and peace. But as time went on, it seemed that everything was against me. The stress at work, problems in my personal life, and general feelings of helplessness and hopelessness were starting to take a toll on me.
I found myself slipping back into old patterns and habits that I had tried so hard to shake off. It was like I was being pulled back into the dark place I had fought so hard to escape from.
I knew that I had to do something to turn things around, but it was difficult. Every day feels like a battle to keep my head above water. I am tired and overwhelmed, and easily fall into negative thoughts and behaviors.
But I refuse to give up. I know that I have to keep fighting, no matter how hard it is. I reached out to friends and family, looking for support and guidance. I started going to therapy again and working on building healthy coping mechanisms.
It's not easy, and there are bound to be days when you feel like giving up. But you kept pushing, determined not to let this setback define you.
As the year draws to a close, I look back and see how far I've come. I have faced unimaginable challenges and came out the other side. I have learned a lot about myself and what I am capable of.
And as I look forward to next year, I am filled with hope and determination. I know that I have the strength and resilience to overcome any obstacle that comes my way, and that I will emerge stronger on the other side.
I promised myself to be a better person in the coming year, to take care of myself and those around me. And with that determination and hope, I step confidently into the new year, ready for whatever lies ahead.
