15. note to self

Note to self:

Some days, no amount of delight-searching is enough to pull you out of a funk. That’s okay. It’s lovely when delight wriggles its way to you and, without prompting, sparks joy. Other days it’s necessary to sit in the discomfort, whatever it may be, and unpack it. Small moments of delight should be noticed and appreciated, but they should not become a bandaid for uncomfortable feelings. Be aware of the painful stuff. It doesn’t mean you’ve failed. It means you’re growing. It’s possible to savor a nice latte or relish the sun while simultaneously digging deep to do the hard work of being human. Happiness is sometimes. Being human is always.

(Oct. 28)