It's Ok to Just Be Ok

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Hey Party People,
Ok, today, we’re just going to be ok with being ok. That is the only goal.

I know there are a lot of messages out there encouraging people to get motivated, learn new skills, be positive, and make the best of our uncertain times. (And Yes I am very aware my messaging falls in this category). I also know and want to acknowledge that this isn’t for everyone, and that’s ok.

As a globe, society, and community we are experiencing a collective impact, or as I’ve heard it referred to “a collective trauma” of COVID-19. This experience can’t be ignored or swept under the rug. It's bringing up past experiences and old triggers while also creating grief, new struggles, and for many, major mental health challenges. There are fears about our children’s education, our economy, keeping our loved ones safe, and about what to do next. I get it, it's HARD right now you guys. 100%.

But what if for a minute, just one minute, we gave ourselves permission to just be.


Stop, and Just Be.

Stop putting pressure on yourself to fix what you can’t fix.

Stop trying to control what you can’t control.

Stop listening to your ego telling you to be strong.

Stop, and Just Be.


What if instead, we gave ourselves some space to feel. We gave ourselves permission to accept that just being ok is totally ok. If you get through the day without crying today, maybe that’s a win. If you got out of bed and ate today, maybe that’s a win. If you worked out today or went outside, maybe that’s your win. Wherever you are, be ok with just being ok.    

We have to acknowledge where we are before we can get to where we want to be. If we practiced a little self-compassion and love we might stop being so hard on ourselves and stop blaming ourselves for EVERYTHING. This is not your fault. This was not because of something you did, so don’t carry the blame of this global pandemic on your shoulders. This might be one of the worst chapters you will walk through in life, but never lose faith that you will get to the other side.

Your life is happening right now, don’t give up on it. When you’re ready to take the next step, jump back to an earlier post “When Do I get My Life Back?” This post will hopefully give you some encouragement to stand back up, reach for joy, and lead the way to the other side of this thing.

But for now, let's allow ourselves more self-compassion, more acceptance, and more love.

It's ok to just be ok right now.

Here’s your song and reminder you’re not alone.

YouTube >> Jess Glynn – I’ll Be There
Spotify >> Jess Glynn – I’ll Be There

Consider reaching out to me on social, say hi 😊
Instagram: @mssarastepa
Facebook: @SaraStepa

With so much gratitude,

-S

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