Many times I have chosen not to express my feelings when I disagreed upon something or was upset. I also over-extended myself to help everyone when what I need at the time is rest, self-care and silence. Saying yes when I wanted to say no.

I thought, I was being kind.

But… is it really kindness or is it self-abandonment?

#thoughts #selfabandonment #kindness #selfcare #mentalhealth #selfkindness #selflove #journey

The #selfabandonment stuff started earlier than I thought it did, and it’s gotten worse in my adulthood as I try to navigate human relationships with that nagging feeling that I am not and can never be truly worthy. It’s so hard to undo these issues and many cannot be healed alone. I am in the earliest stages of unlearning these things and I know it’s going to take some time before I can just enjoy a connection with another sans self doubt. 3/7