~:[CH11 - Day 121]:~ The Right Mindset

~:[CH11 - Day 121]:~ The Right Mindset

 I came across Mindset as one of our alum was part of their productions. Essentially it's an app that has content from various artists who share their personal stories and struggles with others. From intimate conversations with their parents to stories they never shared about their own struggles, the content takes someone seen as an idol and shows a humanness we often don't provide to them. There were two moments that stuck with me. The first was when they were discussing the highs and lows of life. One of the artists talked about how they didn't have any lows as they addressed their mindset when facing these challenges. The difficult times are when the opportunities to find great things come and it reminded me of one of our past themes, No Rain, No Rainbows. We all, idols included, will face these ups and downs and our mindset can help us overcome even the most difficult of times. During Tablo's segment, two moments hit me deeply. One was when his wife told him that it's okay to cry. I think bottling up emotions is definitely unhealthy and allowing yourself to let it out allows you to find a path to recovery more quickly. He closed with some powerful words and it made me think of all the people in my life who have struggled with depression, anxiety and more. There is a reason for all of us to wake up tomorrow and as difficult as the road that we travel now, waking up day after day, as miserable as it may seem, will allow us to find those extraordinary moments that are awaiting us. We may not see those moments in the darkness, but there coming and every time we wake up, we're one day closer. Life is definitely a challenge, but with the help of the loves ones around us and the right mindset, I know we'll all find those extraordinary moments that await us. I closed the night cooking for my friends as we enjoyed the rest of the night together and I thought, maybe these were one of those moments they were talking about. When times are tough, just know you can always reach out and I'll do my best to help be a light to help you navigate the dark roads you face. As endless as they sometimes seem, great things await.