If you’re reading this, perfect is the enemy of good.

If you’re reading this, it may be easier to suffer in silence, but it is not better.

If you’re reading this, it’s okay to feel like you have the weight of the world on your shoulders.

If you’re reading this, it’s not your fault.

If you’re reading this, your identity needs no external validation.

If you’re reading this, it’s okay to struggle and take time for your journey to a better life.

If you’re reading this,drop your shoulders from your ears, relax the muscles in your forehead, relax your jaw, and take a deep breath. I took a huge step and you can too.

If you’re reading this, it’s ok to be lost and unsure of who you are.

If you’re reading this, don’t worry, this is just how I process things.

If you’re reading this, please do your part to help end the stigma surrounding mental illness. 

If you’re reading this, your mental health journey deserves the same care and compassion as everyone else’s.

If you’re reading this, I hope you never deny your beautiful body the energy and joy of melty grilled cheese and creamy tomato soup.

If you’re reading this, your body does not determine your worth.

If you’re reading this, I have managed to take another step in the healing process, and you can too.

If you’re reading this, there is a difference between struggling and suffering.

If you’re reading this, slow progress is still progress.

If you’re reading this, you will make a difference.

If you’re reading this, grab a snack.

If you’re reading this, you don’t always have to fake it ‘til you make it.