It’s not uncommon for relationships to go sour or experience miscommunication. But it’s all in what you do about it. I agree that some relationships are seasonal and if it hinders your peace and wellbeing it’s time to cut ties. Ask yourself this question: what involvement do you have in sour relationships? Is it really a misunderstanding or do you carry toxic traits that you are unaware of.
It’s easy to point the finger at someone else but you know the saying: when you point the finger at someone you have 3 pointing back at you.
Let’s Dive Deeper
I want you to read this blog and focus on accountability. There is no shame of being wrong or being corrected. We are all human beings and do not have the answer to everything…and that’s okay! Take a moment and think about a relationship that went sour. Is this common in your life? Do many of your friendships / relationships end up sour and toxic? The end of a relationship may not be totally your fault, but think about what part you played in it.
This month is Mental Health Awareness Month and there are a lot of virtual and in person events for you to engage in. Changing habits and social environments starts with you. Not everyone is open to hearing or even reading this but it’s important. Do a self-check with yourself and get involve with attending an event that discusses mental health. I assure you there will be a lot to learn when it comes to generational trauma, habits, and traits you have and are not aware about.
How To Change For You
Search: Facebook Events and EventBrite is a great place to start. In the search bar type mental health events will come up, also any event with this topic will pop up. A lot of events are happening now. But do not worry if you cannot make an event. Reach out to the host of the event and see what other activities they plan to have later in the year.
Be in the moment: be present. Engage in conversation, participate in workshops and speak to clinicians and/or ask the question that may come to mind. I strongly encourage you to ask questions or connect with someone at the event to get a better understanding.
Implement what you learn: be sure to take the new knowledge with you, use the techniques, write in the journals, read the affirmations and if there is something you do not understand, ask questions. A lot of times we do not implement something because we either don’t understand what is being asked, or the know how.
Seek Help: get involve. Don’t just attend but follow up, sign up for support groups, go to other social events even after Mental Health Awareness Month. Be intentional about surrounding yourself with positive people and those who have optimistic mindsets. You have been around negativity and settled in bland relationships for too long. It’s time for a change.
Overall we all must take a look in the mirror and work on something to better ourselves. If you have no idea what you need to focus on, ask close friends and family members and seek their honestly on how you are. They will be the best to provide feedback since they are around you and know your personality better than you yourself. If you happen to have any difficulty coming up with ways to better help yourself. Check out our magazine, our digital fast and easy and our physical copies will be sent to you desire address.
What are some things you worked on in the past and noticed a signifiant change?