Really enjoyed this one, Maria. I’m happy to hear you’re recovered on the dental front! I was in the dentist chair this week, and it’s never any fun (to say the least). I also appreciate how you tie this to your writing. Writing a novel is such a huge undertaking, and it’s so important to give ourselves some grace during the creative process. For me, I’ve been afraid of writing for a public audience for decades at this point: afraid of judgement, afraid of being vulnerable, afraid of writing bad things or, worse, discovering I’m a bad writer. But, toward the end of last year, I had my “enough already” moment and decided to just start writing. It’s exhausting getting to that ”enough already” point but so liberating when you do. Anyway, thanks for the great read.
Thank you so much for reading, Jacob, and I’m glad you enjoyed! Agreed—dental appointments are not my favorite, especially recently. But you’re exactly right: These moments ARE liberating. I’m so happy for you and this moment of clarity, and I can’t wait to read your Substack.☺️
Thank you so much for reading, Megan, and for your kind words. Medical stuff is the pits, no doubt. Yes, after writing this, I started to look around and realize that "enough already" might be useful to remember for A LOT of things in life. I'm so happy you're here.❤️
so good and so true. i'm waiting for the "critical" moment on this exact dental thing and now I know I'll have you to "hold my hand" through it. i may put "enough already" on a post it for ALL the other things. Thank you!
I can definitely walk you through it.❤️ And I need post-its too! I have several “enough already” items on my list; somehow they all feel hard/not fun but are usually the most important. Thanks for reading, Karen. 🙏
I believe I had this moment with my own health and fitness. My father died in 2019 and my mother died last March. I have two children in active recovery. It was time to move beyond the excuses. My priority is health and fitness. Always make time to move my body, get outside. It is not easy but, I am no longer considering any alternative.
Thank you so much for reading and sharing, Ramona. I am so sorry for your losses; it sounds like you are carrying a lot. I applaud you for prioritizing yourself. Sometimes we leave ourselves no choice, it seems. I find I can weather the storms, big or small, just a tiny bit better when I have health on my side. Those endorphins and physical strength really do help. Well done to you ❤️
Worrying about my upcoming first time foreign taxes. I finally delved in and as I already suspected, it's actually not all that bad. I knew that was going to happen and still I postponed this moment of relief so long! The human mind is insane, really.
Agreed! We can really make it difficult for ourselves. Taxes are right up there with dental surgery, without a doubt: the absolute pits yet *quite* important, and both will come for us eventually. Enjoy being on the other side of it, and thank you so much for reading and sharing.
Really enjoyed this one, Maria. I’m happy to hear you’re recovered on the dental front! I was in the dentist chair this week, and it’s never any fun (to say the least). I also appreciate how you tie this to your writing. Writing a novel is such a huge undertaking, and it’s so important to give ourselves some grace during the creative process. For me, I’ve been afraid of writing for a public audience for decades at this point: afraid of judgement, afraid of being vulnerable, afraid of writing bad things or, worse, discovering I’m a bad writer. But, toward the end of last year, I had my “enough already” moment and decided to just start writing. It’s exhausting getting to that ”enough already” point but so liberating when you do. Anyway, thanks for the great read.
Thank you so much for reading, Jacob, and I’m glad you enjoyed! Agreed—dental appointments are not my favorite, especially recently. But you’re exactly right: These moments ARE liberating. I’m so happy for you and this moment of clarity, and I can’t wait to read your Substack.☺️
Oh man, I’m so good at dreading stuff, too. I especially dread medical stuff. So glad you’re finding your groove - in all arenas!
Thank you so much for reading, Megan, and for your kind words. Medical stuff is the pits, no doubt. Yes, after writing this, I started to look around and realize that "enough already" might be useful to remember for A LOT of things in life. I'm so happy you're here.❤️
so good and so true. i'm waiting for the "critical" moment on this exact dental thing and now I know I'll have you to "hold my hand" through it. i may put "enough already" on a post it for ALL the other things. Thank you!
I can definitely walk you through it.❤️ And I need post-its too! I have several “enough already” items on my list; somehow they all feel hard/not fun but are usually the most important. Thanks for reading, Karen. 🙏
Oh, I can only imagine the anxiety that comes with all these dental procedures. ~ And yes, I had many 'enough already' moments.
I believe I had this moment with my own health and fitness. My father died in 2019 and my mother died last March. I have two children in active recovery. It was time to move beyond the excuses. My priority is health and fitness. Always make time to move my body, get outside. It is not easy but, I am no longer considering any alternative.
Thank you so much for reading and sharing, Ramona. I am so sorry for your losses; it sounds like you are carrying a lot. I applaud you for prioritizing yourself. Sometimes we leave ourselves no choice, it seems. I find I can weather the storms, big or small, just a tiny bit better when I have health on my side. Those endorphins and physical strength really do help. Well done to you ❤️
Worrying about my upcoming first time foreign taxes. I finally delved in and as I already suspected, it's actually not all that bad. I knew that was going to happen and still I postponed this moment of relief so long! The human mind is insane, really.
Agreed! We can really make it difficult for ourselves. Taxes are right up there with dental surgery, without a doubt: the absolute pits yet *quite* important, and both will come for us eventually. Enjoy being on the other side of it, and thank you so much for reading and sharing.
I’m still not over dental drama. 😭 Lord help me.
It’s no fun, that’s for sure. Thanks for reading.❤️
this is a great little piece full of wisdom and sincerity! "enough already" is a great mantra for 2024!
Oooh, I love that!❤️🙌 You’re the best, Eden!✨