Ulrika Jonsson Instagram – So, here we are.
This is 57.
It’s been one of the hardest years during which I spent much of my time firefighting; spent too much time in judgement of myself; too much time criticising myself; allowing unworthy people to live rent-free in my head; desperately waiting for the calm to arrive at my turbulent shores.
There were times when I couldn’t see a way forward. When I truly felt it would be far easier to give up and give in.
It is painfully wearing constantly being told you’re strong – that you can handle whatever the universe sends you.
I have grown tired of being strong.
There have been personal, familial battles; emotional ones; there has been loss and health issues yet to be resolved. And you start to wonder where the joy is.
But gradually you turn small corners, one at a time. With the amazing support of close, true, genuine friends.
Because no woman is an island.
You discover a new mindset; a new tribe and an unexpected new faith.
And finally, at 57, I’m starting to love and respect myself.
I’m embracing the ability to accept the things I cannot change. To create boundaries to protect my goodwill and sanity.
I’m liking myself more.
But know this: I will never like goat’s cheese. | Posted on 16/Aug/2024 14:31:39
