A Bad Quarantine Week

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Hey gems,
This week has probably been the worst for me in terms of self-image. I had a really rough day on Thursday for some reason, a bikini that I have worn multiple times in the past, just wasn't fitting me in a flattering way and when my sister took photos of me I was so sad at what I saw. It really feels like my body has changed constantly over the past few years and I had just gotten used to it when it changed again.

Then things got worse the following two days, when I got into a fights with my parents, not because  of anything other than my own silly mistake. I created an issue where there was one and I really felt like no matter what I did, I was not doing well. I tried to be more thoughtful, neater, etc. since we are sharing a space now 24-7. I think the blended lack of patience and the stress of quarantine really both had heavy effects on our household this week.

I really felt like I was failing miserably at being better and then added the body image issues from the day before my mental state just wasn't right.

I really am seeing how being cooped up in a house with family can be challenging on so many levels and although we try so hard, it is so easy to get in our own heads. I think the added stress of the pandemic, not to mention the adjustments we have to make on a daily basis and constant fear of getting sick really are a mix that make for a mentally challenging situation.

Some of my biggest insecurities really are being magnified by the quarantine home life we are dealing with and although I am so blessed on so many levels, I am still seeing the hardship this situation is creating.

So everyone try to be a little more patient, a little more kind but not only to each other, to yourselves too.

Sending love,
T
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