Here's to 32!

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Photo by Isabella Fischer on Unsplash


Hi all,

So I am writing this on my 32nd birthday. 

No one really speaks openly about birthday depression or the birthday blues. Every year on the run up to my birthday I have this huge pang of dread. All I want to do is cry and isolate myself away from the world. To sleep the day away. 

Then I feel super selfish and guilty towards my loved ones as they always go out of their way to make it special. I am very lucky to have a small yet supportive and loving group of people around me.

I suppose I always envisioned my life differently growing up. I thought by 32 I would have a stable relationship/married, a home of my own, a career that I loved, and children. Yet I am a 32 year old, single, childless, still living at home, and no idea what I should be doing with my life. I have no issue with aging as this is just a natural process of living. 

When it comes to other peoples birthdays I absolutely love celebrating them and their day. 

I suppose the real reason I am writing this is because I want you all to know that it genuinely is ok to not be ok. It is ok to feel a mixture of emotions on your birthday or any day. And most importantly you are not alone!

I hope everyone is ok and have the best week!

EmmaJaynexo

Location: United Kingdom

Comments

  1. Lenne ZulkifllyAugust 5, 2024 at 8:22 AM

    Oh my gosh! Happy birthday to you!! It's okay to feel all sorts of emotions on your special day, and knowing you're not alone in this can be really comforting. Sending you lots of love and good vibes for your year ahead! <3

    Lenne | lennezulkiflly.com

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