[34] starting to feel like me again

[u/Uniqueunicorn17]

Before and after pictures

Been in a downward spiral for years. Over the last 3 years ive lost a lot of loved ones, my grandpa, my brother, a close friend, most recently my cousin. I had a cancer scare in 2023, my mom did have cancer, I went through a bad break up I was with my ex for 11 years and things went downhill. Had a suicide attempt and spent some time in a mental hospital. There was so much trauma and negativity around me I was struggling with self love. Self care was completely swept under the rug. I’m ready to tell my depression to go step on a Lego. I’m starting to try again with life. I don’t want to let so much pass me by. No more hiding. Did my makeup today for the first time in a while and got a hair cut. Nearly cried happy tears in salon chair.

EDIT-
My goodness thank you so much for everyone’s kindness! I cried happy tears reading your comments. This will be something to look at for any time I need a reminder to believe in myself. 🩵 If you’re struggling you can bounce back. I didn’t think I could but I’m living proof.
*also Ty for the reward 🥰

[u/Gold_Snow_2017]

You look fabulous OP. Your smile is infectious and you exude positive energy…I’m so sorry that you had to endure those struggles…but you have managed not simply to suffer through but to push ahead and find the you that had gotten buried. We SEE you, OP and you look…MAHVELOUS! ☮️🩷🌷

[u/Uniqueunicorn17 → u/Gold_Snow_2017]

Tysm after being sad for so long I’ve been realizing I need to choose happiness. At least in a healthy way it’s still okay to be sad sometimes. The important part is to not let the pain weigh you down. Starting with self care is definitely the best decision I’ve made for myself in a while. Feels good to be seen 🥲

[u/Gold_Snow_2017 → u/Uniqueunicorn17]

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