Sometimes big emotions get the best of me, especially when I can't shake them, or when triggers pile up one atop the other. In that case, some selective hibernation is in order. It's the safe space, the nurturing environment and rest until I can calm the waves of emotion taking over me. It doesn't mean I'm broken forever. It doesn't mean I won't ever feel ok again. It just means that for now, for this moment, this is what I need. Calm, quiet, safety. I love myself enough to do this even when other people judge it, don't like it, really want me to be doing things for them, or just don't get it. I've learned that taking care of myself is my first and biggest priority. I don't like letting others down. I like letting myself down even less. Love yourself first, even if others don't like it--and love them, too.
Love, Cheri
