When I see social media posts of gatherings or parties, it brings up a strange mix of feelings. I wouldn't say it's FOMO. It’s more a reminder that I’m not really part of those circles. And yet, I don’t wish I were there. There’s a combination of relief and longing when I’m not invited. Part of me is glad to skip situations where I might feel awkward, but another part still wants to feel included.
Procrastination can be a stress response or a form of avoidance. While fear can play a role, I’ve recently realized how information overload can turn into procrastination. Sometimes I'm not avoiding a task, I'm overwhelmed by it.
One of the most important decisions you'll ever make, perhaps the most important, is choosing who you marry. I wish I had understood that when I was younger. Your partner profoundly shapes your life, your well-being, and your ability to navigate challenges. The right relationship can help you thrive while the wrong one can leave you depleted.
Growing up, I always imagined I would have children. But in my thirties, during my first marriage, that certainty faded, leaving me on the fence. Was I childfree by choice or childless by circumstance?
Trying to get as much done as possible, I rush from one thing to the next. That was me a couple of weeks ago when I was preparing for a training event at my job. The day before the training, I rushed to finish setting up the room with my coworkers, only to hurry out of work to get to my hair appointment on time. On my way to the salon, I had a pre-scheduled call to catch up with a relationship/life coach I had not spoken to in years. Even the call felt rushed as I tried to quickly summarize the past five years since we last spoke while navigating rush hour traffic. She listened and asked some questions. Her advice to me? Slow down.