I’m only human!

I’ve had a bit of a wobble this last week, and I think I’ve surprised people by being open about it.

Everything was ganging up against me, and nothing felt like it was going right:

  • My husband has been poorly for almost a month, so I’ve been carrying the home as well as being extra busy with work, and not doing it to the standard I would like
  • Our holiday was very different because he wasn’t well, and I didn’t get as much rest as I’d hoped. So I’m still tired and in need of another one!
  • April just hasn’t happened with sales – the Easter holidays seem to have lasted most of the month, which always has a detrimental effect on people’s buying habits
  • I’ve spent most weekends in the last 2 months working – catching up, admin tasks, and trying to get the office tidy!

So on Sunday, after another weekend of not being at home in my garden, (one of my goals for this year is to grow more vegetables and we’ve hardly started), I sat in my office and wobbled. I could feel it bubbling up inside me & I knew it was irrational, and it was just the tiredness talking. But it was there. And I wanted to be told that it’d be OK! I wanted hugging and I wanted support.

I don’t think that’s so wrong? I don’t think people should be surprised, do you? We all need hugging and we all need support, whatever our circumstances or what we’re doing. Some of us need support for the caring role we play with our loved ones, often when they’re very ill. We need a break from the everyday tasks, and we often just need to take a step off the world for a short while whilst we take a deep breath and carry on.

I was soon back on track. Back to being “strong, invincible T-J”, the person people come to when they need support & motivation. I had lots of virtual hugs as well as kicks up the backside! Just one small post on Facebook & I got 11 responses over 2 days from some very busy people. I wasn’t angling for being told how wonderful I am, or what I do for others, but that’s what I got! It was even more support than I’d expected, or needed to put me back on track.

So next time you’re feeling like you need to take a step off the world, or you feel the world is against you, just message your friends – text, facebook, twitter, phone, whichever suits you. You know these people are in your circle for a reason. To support you and help you achieve your goals – personal or professional. It’s only human to doubt. Those gremlins that sit on our shoulders are real. I usually manage mine very well, but occasionally, when I’m tired and life is busy, they manage to crawl out of their cupboard and do their worst.

Surround yourself by supportive people, and those who can give you that kick, or hug, just when you need it. We’re all only human, but it’s how we manage ourselves that’s often challenging and the key to our success.

Thank you to those in my support group. I hope I can return the favour when you next need it!

4 Comments

  1. Oh no! I missed your wobble 🙁
    Next time, remember I’m only a cup of coffee away!

  2. It is only normal to have wobbles. I do think it is good to have them from time to time as it it can help refocus your energy and highlight changes you may need.

    You are a fabulous woman TJ and always kind and helpful. Should be no surprise that everyone wants to boost you up as you have done with us so many times too!

    If you are kind and supportive to others it will come back round to you when you need it most 🙂

  3. Hi T-J I have just read this after our conversation and just wanted to say that you have been so supportive to me over this past year thank you. Hope these gremlins have gone as you deserve the to be happy and feeling fulfilled Love Marjorie xxx

  4. Great post. Reminds me of how many balls we have to juggle and that it is ok not to be strong all the time. Thanks for sharing.

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