Let's find your community
Community, it's a bit of a buzz word I know but it is also so very key. As humans beings we were not designed to be on our own in the good times and in the hard times. I have spoken to so many people in the last 2 weeks who have told me how isolated they feel. How no-one really seems to understand them and they just want connection. So I want to suggest that if that is you, you start looking to create community. I know it isn't easy but I do think it is out there as so many people are looking. A tale from my story. In 2018 my husband left and I was on my own with 3 small kids and 2 businesses to run. My youngest was 2 yrs old, so not in school or even pre-school. I just could not do it all on my own and somehow my community sprung up around me. Amazing friends came and sat in my lounge whilst I taught pilates, they put my kids to bed, they supported me as I walked through the toughest of times. How did I find them? I looked and asked and talked. So I want to encourage you to find those people out there who will come alongside you. They may be the most unlikely of people (one of my best supports was my cleaner who I hardly knew) but take the support. Churches, community groups, old friends you've not chatted to, random family members, work colleagues....Then give it back at another time when you can. Recovery is not an easy time at all, you need community, you need your tribe. Sending love and hugs, Priya xxxx PS If you need some 1-1 support this year, I have slots opening up in February and would love to come alongside you. |
Priya Tew, Dietitian UK
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