Can we talk about how hard it is to remain hopeful when experiencing discomfort whether it be emotionally or physically?
I recently have been diagnosed with IT band syndrome and it has led me to experience discomfort in my left hip and somehow on both legs and going down to my feet.
But, what I am becoming more aware of is how my mind easily thinks the worst. It automatically goes to worrying and overthinking.
And, I’ve come to the realization that not only does this happen when I am physically not well but also when I am struggling emotionally and mentally.
When I am anxious or have had OCD flares up, my mind automatically goes to the worst case scenario and I overthink and worry.
And, on a much deeper level, I am seeing how hard it is to remain hopeful when I am experiencing physical or mental/emotional discomfort. I begin to think, “what if it’s like this forever?”
While I don’t have control over the future and I am learning to be okay with the uncertainty, I want to remain hopeful. I want to lean into that inner voice that is telling me it will be okay. But, not in a way that feels like I am putting a positive spin on it. I don’t want this to be some form of “toxic positivity”. I just want to be hopeful and believe and not allow my mind to spiral the way it usually does because that also doesn’t help either.
I guess in some ways I want it to be a balance between being okay with the uncertainty while also taking the steps to remain hopeful and take care of myself.
Hoping what I’ve shared can help you with your perspective on dealing with discomfort or helps you reflect deeper on what it looks like or means for you.
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