Tired of being Superwoman

Everyone knows that life is hard. We all have our own battles that we must deal with. Everyone goes through things in life that either builds or defeats them. In my case, most of my obstacles has shaped me into the resilient individual that I am today. However, idk if I am still capable of being an overcomer. Honestly, I am exhausted. I am tired of having to constantly pick myself up. I am tired of having to fight my battles alone. I am tired of working hard for nothing. I am tired of pretending that I am okay. I am tired of being strong. I am just tired of being tired. I am drained. I am mentally worn out. Thus, I am tired of being Superwoman.

Not sure what has caused me to reach this breaking point, but I think it’s because I have been resilient for too long. Since I was a child, I had to be a Supergirl. I had to put on my big girl panties and keep pushing forward. My childhood was in between good and bad. I didn’t have much of a fun childhood because my opportunities were limited. Anyways, at a young age I had to deal with many situations. Situations that were out of my control and some (many) that I put myself in a mess. On top of that, I never been spoiled so I had to work to get the things that I needed (a phone, first car, etc.). Regardless of the circumstance, my mindset was to always stay strong. Stay strong and keep a smile on my face. Stay strong and work work work work! I considered myself a Superwoman before the age of 18. Now, I am 22 years old and I don’t think I have it in me to remain strong. No matter how much advice is given to me. No matter how many motivational speakers I listen to. No matter who I reach out to for assistance. No matter what I do, I will still feel this way. All because I am tired.

If you are reading this blog and you feel the same way, then I just want you to know that it is OKAY. You have every right to feel this way. I am here to validate your feelings because if you’re like me then I know you’re tired of hearing the corny phrases of “it’s okay you’ll get through it, everything happens for a reason, others have it worse, at least you have this, etc” and many other “blah, blah, blah’s.” I want you to know that you are strong, courageous, and a warrior. I have to keep telling myself this everyday so that I don’t blow my brains off. It’s okay to be tired and admit that you cannot be Superwoman for the day. Step away and practice self-care. Life is hard and since we are created in this world we must face it even when we are exhausted. Superwoman by Alicia Keys will always be one of my favorite songs because even when I get weak, tired, and I start breaking down then guess what? I am STILL a Superwoman for the rest of my life. My mind gets exhausted, but I am STILL a Superwoman. So, for all the Superwoman (and Superman) out there just know that I applaud you all. You have every right to be tired just remain strong and always remember how resilient you are!

Love,

Imelda ❤

This photo was taken in 2018 the worse year of my life and despite the situations I still kept a smile on my face. ***So even when I’m a mess, I still put on a smile, with an S on my face, oh yes! I am a Superwoman***

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