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A Black Man’s Guide To Therapy . . . Just Do It
I should have begun therapy long before I ever did, but I grew up with the misguided belief it meant I was weak and couldn’t handle the rollercoaster of this life like a man should be able to. I was foolish. With the amount of weight I carried, there’s no wonder I eventually fell apart the way I did.
You Owe It To Yourself
The frequency in which I find myself in challenging and uncomfortable places these days is kind of wild. I made a promise to show up and life responded by putting me in a position to change everything. I am not writing this to say I have it all figured out. I don’t. I pledged to work on it every day though.
The Secret Is Out
This work is tough. To believe every day, to love every day, to learn every day is not for the feeble minded. It requires a strong mind and a huge heart. I might not be exactly where I want to be, but i am not close to where I was. If it was easy, it wouldn’t be worth it. If it’s worth it, it’s not likely to be easy. I am a work in progress to say the least, but I am grateful. I know the work that needs to be done.
Own The Room
I’ve had a lot of people believe in me for many different reasons. In my mind, I’ve disappointed a lot of them too. While I’ve had to learn to live with that, I have gotten more comfortable with the idea that I do not have to be perfect.
Stop Settling, Start Flying
The people you surround yourself with can drive you towards a brighter future or derail you completely. It is important to be intentional. I have mentioned it on many occasions, but I am fortunate to be connected to the people I call my friends. We may not always agree on the path, but the goal remains the same — keep making progress.