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Sick but Fighting

  • virginia692
  • May 8
  • 1 min read

This week I’ve begun rewriting my book in order to age it up and, hopefully, get it published. It’s been exhausting. On top of that, I’m sick. Not the simple cold-and-flu kind of sick, but the dizzy, drained, can’t-keep-my-eyes-open kind. Some days I can barely stay conscious long enough to post on social media, which constantly demands attention. Focusing on writing feels almost impossible right now. Even writing this blog has been draining.

I know being sick can feel like it’s not a “good enough” reason to fall behind, but honestly, I’m not sure how to keep going at full speed right now. I’m trying my best, and sometimes that has to be enough.

So here’s what I want everyone to know this week: if you’re struggling with your health, give yourself permission to step back. Don’t beat yourself up for not having the energy to keep up with everything. It’s okay to rest. You matter. Your health matters.

I’m sorry this week’s blog is short, but I hope to be back soon feeling more like myself.

Until next time, stay sassy.

 
 
 

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