This post is for you. The person who believes that life is hell bent on screwing you. Maybe you lost your job. Maybe the bank statement is not looking good. Maybe the relationship that you were so sure of ended. Maybe you are unable to reach your fitness goal and feel like an utter failure.
It sucks. It feels like someone punched you in the gut. It knocks the breath out of you.
Its ok to feel sad.
Its ok to feel disappointed.
But
It is not ok to be so hard on yourself.
Its not the end of the world. What seems like a lost opportunity today may turn out to be the biggest blessing in disguise. Maybe you were laid off so that you can get a chance to travel which you never did in a full time job. Maybe you were dumped because you deserve a better partner.
I got fired from my job two weeks ago. It came across as a huge disappointment at first because I have always been an achiever in my life and it felt like a big failure. I was ashamed, confused and miserable.
To feel better I started counting my blessings and found out that perhaps I was laid off so that I can prepare well for the exams I registered for. I was juggling a full time job and studies and honestly was getting no where. I dreaded leaving the safety net of my job because of finances so it was a good thing that they sacked me. I now have more time to study. Also as I have no job I am studying more sincerely to prove myself, I have taken it as a challenge to do better. As for the finances, they gave me my salary and promised me a month's salary to see me through so that would suffice.
This incident also provoked me to start something of my own in the meantime and I started freelancing business. I now have the freedom to take up projects of my choice. I just wanted to share this with you. I know things are a little messed up now but look at the brighter side. It will provide with much needed strength to keep going. Believe in yourself, you have come a long way and nothing is impossible for you. Trust your capabilities and never let anyone belittle you.