#vulnerabilityisstrength

There are days when you wake up and the energy just isn't there. Maybe it's the heaviness that lingers in your chest, or a quiet sense of exhaustion that pulls you down. It’s something I believe is common for so many of us, something that’s just a part of life. And I’ll be honest—I consider myself a relatively mature person, yet there are still times when I feel low, less energetic, or even lonely. Even in the comfort of my own space, with people around me, that feeling can still sneak in. But here's the thing: I truly believe this feeling is completely normal.

It’s okay to not feel okay all the time. We should normalize it. We’re so used to expecting ourselves to be upbeat, productive, and positive every single day, but life doesn’t always work that way. Some days, you just need to breathe and accept that it's fine to not have it all together. It’s not a big deal, my friends. It really isn’t. Because at the end of the day, you will be okay. You’ll find your balance again.

You might be thinking, “What is she talking about?” But this is me. This is how I deal with it. And I know it might sound cliché, but it’s true. Some days are just harder than others, and that's a part of being human.

Sometimes, it’s just the weight we carry around in our minds. It’s the constant overthinking of everything—every little thing that happens throughout the day. The worries pile up, and suddenly, they’ve taken over your thoughts.

I find myself worrying about my health, my future, my parents, my partner… It all starts to stack up and become overwhelming. It’s like a storm that appears out of nowhere, swirling around your mind and messing with your peace. But here’s the thing—I think we all need to give ourselves more space to just be. We need to give time to everything: to our emotions, to our thoughts, and, most importantly, to ourselves.

We need to learn to step back and have “me time.” Time to truly listen to how we’re feeling. Time to understand why we’re upset, why we’re anxious, or why we’re drained. Don’t let those feelings take over. Don’t let them overwhelm you. You are the one who’s in control of your emotions. And trust me, you have the maturity and strength to sort through them.

It was just one of those random days, with random thoughts that passed through my mind. But I wanted to share this, because I believe we all have moments like these. And I’d love to know, do you feel the same way sometimes? How do you cope with those days when things just don’t feel right?

Hey void fam,

Gotta brag about my amazing friend for a sec. So, she just hit me with the most incredible playlist – like, a total vibe shift that somehow perfectly captures every mood I didn't even know I had. Seriously, this girl's taste is fire.

But here's the thing: my friend, this total rockstar with an epic playlist, also puts on this tough exterior sometimes. Like, a total softie undercover as a warrior queen. You know that type? Strong, independent, fiercely loyal, but with a heart of gold hidden beneath layers of "don't mess with me" vibes.

And honestly, void fam, I see right through it.

(Hey Guppy, this part's for you!)

Listen, your playlist spoke volumes. It showed a side of you that's vulnerable, creative, and deeply in touch with your emotions. It's a side you might not always show the world, but it's the one I see and cherish.

And that quote you wrote about isolation being familiar...oof, that hit me right in the feels. Maybe you are comfortable there, but I don't think that's where you truly belong. You deserve to be surrounded by people who appreciate your strength and your softness. People who get your playlists and your warrior spirit.

It's a blessing when people allow you to see them. Like, really see them. Not their mask or perfected personas that are presented to the world, but the unfiltered versions of themselves.

The parts of themselves that are authentic, raw, messy and muddy.

These are the people I want to engage with.

The ones who are unafraid of the dark parts of themselves.

The ones who will hand you a candle and allow you to follow them down the scariest of corridors to locked rooms; down rickety stairs to their mildewed basements; or up the hidden ladder to their cluttered attic.

And while those places may feel uncomfortable or unwelcoming, it is in those spaces where we learn about their past, which gives an understanding of the what, why and how they became who they are.

Unlike the well decorated kitchen, super posh family room, or perfectly manicured garden...those closets, under those beds, and that abandoned storage unit is far more telling, and relatable to the average person.

So when someone allows you to see them without handing you tinted or rose colored glasses, count it a blessing. It is a dying art.