Now I know that I have written about this in the past, but I feel this is a topic that needs to be revisited every now and again. Please, I urge you to check on your loved ones, especially those that you deem as strong. Sometimes the people who appear the most resilient, confident, or self-sufficient are the ones who might be silently struggling the most. Why is it important to check on your strong friends:
· Their strength can mask their struggles.
· They may be experiencing emotional burnout.
· Succumbing to societal expectations to appear strong.
· Believing they should handle everything alone.
· Maybe experiencing a mental health breakdown.
Some of you may be thinking, why should I check on folks when no one is checking for me. Yes, I can understand that but think about this for a moment. Is there someone that has been on your mind and spirit this whole week? Someone that keeps popping up in your psyche, but you don't act on it. For me there was, and instead of me reaching out to them I just told myself that they were taking a break and probably didn't want to be bothered. How many times have you listened to that lie in your head? I know for me it's been multiple times concerning different people in my life. And each and every time I didn't act on my intuition and just let that thought go, I would later find out that my friends were really going through a storm. Some of you might be thinking, well I am going through my own storm, and yes, we all are but that doesn't negate the fact that your spirit is telling you someone needs some encouragement and you're not listening. I am a firm believer in God's word, and it says in Romans 1:12 in the clear word bible, but I also need the strength of your faith. This way we can help each other and be encouraged in our mutual faith.
All I am saying is, if your friend or family drops into your spirit or mind, reach out to them. It doesn't take much time to send a simple text or make a quick phone call. And stop with the surface level questions of "how are you" dig a little deeper and let them know you have been thinking about them and ask how they are feeling these days. Don't get offended if they don't let you all the way into their struggle, just you reaching out could make all the difference. That alone could provide them with the comfort they need and remind them they do not have to face things alone. A small gesture often reminds us all that strength isn't about facing everything alone - it’s about knowing when to reach out and rely on others, too.
Sending you love, light and positive vibes,
Cassie K.
"Always remember to LIVE life to the fullest, to LAUGH at everything and to LOVE unconditionally!"
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