Hello again, I write far too many of these posts, apologising for not blogging or being present online. But, to be honest, should I or anyone else for that matter feel guilty? Long story short a lot has happened in my personal life recently and I guess it's just sent me over the edge.
SOMETIMES WE JUST NEED A BREAK
Trying to still attend university, do my university work, complete my qualification in Japanese and still work my part time job, trying to blog as well would just be too much. I would never want to do it because I had to, I write because I want to. Trying to juggle everything despite turbulent times has meant I've either felt overly anxious or numb, meaning I haven't been able to enjoy doing anything for a few weeks. But, here I am writing this post now, why? I guess you could say I've got my mojo back. Yes, everything is still a pile of rubbish and I have no idea what's coming in regards to my personal life, yes my university work is quickly piling up and yes my physical health has certainly caught up with me. But, finally I feel more like my usual self, I'm ready to blog, enjoy what I can enjoy and carry on with all my hobbies. Also, I'm at that stage where I am no longer a walking pity party and am content with what I have despite what's going on. But to get to this stage? I needed a break, focussing on the essential parts of my life was far more important than trying to do everything.
COUNT YOUR BLESSINGS
I'm so grateful for my university, to study something I adore with fantastic support. I'm so grateful that I have the ability to work, although I'm not physically the fittest it's great I'm able to earn lots of money and fund myself through university and travel the world. I'm also grateful to have the ability to travel a lot, both physically and mentally. I'm grateful for some of those close to me, my boyfriend, a couple of friends and my sister are just fabulous. I'm also just grateful to be happy, years ago I remember wishing away my life at Sixth Form as I was so unmotivated and unpassionate there, but now even though I'm looking to work in Japan in the future, I am still very much content with my life at the present. Japan will be an adventure and my dream, but my life is as happy as it can be right now.
"IT'S OKAY NOT TO BE OKAY"
Again apologies for the mini-hiatus, and this personal blog post which is a little out of the ordinary. My travel posts will be back within the next week for those wondering. For those of you who did enjoy a read of this, or for those of you struggling through a tough time, I hope this helped in some way <3
Totally agree that sometimes we just need a break and have to step back! Glad you're back blogging now though :)
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Love this post, a great read! I am in the same position as you in that I am at University and sometimes struggle with the pressure of it all and am sometimes 'not okay'. This is a motivational end to the post in that you say that anyone can get through the hard times. Great post!
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Love this!! You should never feel obliged to write you should put your thoughts in when you want to and feel like you have something to say!! Cant wait for some travel posts!
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I love this and I could relate to so much of it. I took a break for two weeks and only posted today because it felt right to: sometimes we need to put ourselves first. I'm glad you did!
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This is so true! I've been considering having a break, if its something I want to do I shouldn't need to explain myself x Also can I just say, your blog is so sophisticated, I love the layout ahhh xx
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I loved reading this post. This is so true. I think taking a step back is the best way to think the way forward. Glad to hear you're back at blogging!! xx Corinne
ReplyDeleteHi, love the honesty of this post. You should never feel obliged to write and it's totally acceptable to have a break. Looking forward to the travel posts, Chloe #TeacupClub
ReplyDeleteI totally understand how you feel as I'm going through a similar situation trying to juggle my blogging life with everything else that's going. I've learnt the hard way that you shouldn't overwork yourself, and now I'm going to go onto my 3-week blogging break from this week onwards!
ReplyDeleteI wish you all the best in your goal of working in Japan. I'm going there very soon and I'm so excited!
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So happy to have you blogging again!
ReplyDeleteThis was such a refreshing read, so true and inspiring!
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A fantastic post, Sophie! Welcome back to blogging after your break! I totally agree, it's so important to take time out for yourself to recuperate and recharge your batteries! Like you say, you need the down times sometimes to truly appreciate the ups! I'm so glad you're feeling happy and content in your life!
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This is so insipring! Happy seeing your back to blogging! Everyone deserves a break it makes a huge difference xx
ReplyDeleteGreat post! I'm glad you're back to blogging but I agree that it's only something you should enjoy doing not being forced into doing it. Sometimes you just need to take some time to yourself!
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I feel from this post that you have a great philosophy on life! I'm glad you got your mojo back :)
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PS This is my first visit to your blog and it's *stunning*
God you do so much! I already struggle just with work and my blog and there's still more I want to add on top! I need to learn to take a break before I burn out!
ReplyDeleteSorry to hear that things haven't been too great with you lately - especially in regards to your health! Wishing you the best in the future and look forward to seeing your future posts.
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Such beautiful photos, and very sound advice here. You definitely should not feel guilty!
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