(Part 2 of 2)I was also paying way too much attention to other people’s actions on social me
(Part 2 of 2) I was also paying way too much attention to other people’s actions on social media. Like, why did this person give all these people a shout out and not me? Why does this person get a million likes and a book deal for saying the same things over and over again? Why is such-and-such not liking and commenting on my photos anymore? Well, since she’s not liking mine, I’m not gonna like hers. Thinking that if someone’s follower count passes me up then it’s like they’re winning a race against me. I remember meeting up with a few people in person after being mutual fans online and finding that if it didn’t turn into a full blown friendship, I felt let down like I’d done something wrong or maybe I was too boring or awkward in person. These are unfiltered thoughts gone wild y’all. Making all kinds of assumptions founded in insecurity. I mean I think these kinds of thoughts are somewhat common but I don’t know, maybe this is just how my anxious mind works sometimes. . Seeing yourself, your thoughts + your behavior with soft eyes and being kind to yourself is an important part of self-correction. And when it comes to mental health, for me, managing it is about being honest with myself + taking care of this vulnerable part of me the same way I would one of my children or a loved one — no judgment, no comparisons. If I could tell this younger version of me anything, it would be: . - limit your time on social media. - don’t let inspiration become imitation. - don’t force relationships to validate your relevance. - don’t believe everything you think. anxiety will disfigure your blessings if you let it. - stop worrying about what other people are doing and get to work! . . . #ambitionandanxiety #allthemanylayers #ggreneewrites https://www.instagram.com/p/BoKPHBFHJGG/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=melzg2t9u3k5 -- source link
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