Hello dear hearts,
Today is March the 1st. In Wales, that’s St David’s Day. Basically, school children dress up in traditional Welsh costumes, and we’re supposed to eat cawl (a Welsh soup) and picer y man (Welsh cakes). We wear a daffodil, and just enjoy and appreciate being Welsh.
I’d be lying if I said it didn’t hit a little differently this year. The fact that we get to celebrate our Welshness in this way, was in such contrast to the situation going on in Ukraine.
Please, hearts, keep these people in your thoughts, (and prayers, if praying is your thing).
The first of March is also National Self Injury Awareness Day. This is a day that has held a special meaning for me for years. Today, I wear an orange ribbon for awareness, in solidarity with those who also struggle with self harm, and in memory of those that are no longer with us because of it.
The fifth of August this year will mark six years since I last cut myself. It’s not always easy, but days like this help me to remember my achievements and I am really proud that I can stand up today and make the statement that I have not cut since August 2016.
This day is not as easy for some. I just want to take this moment to remind those out there struggling, that you are not alone. You are not mad, bad or crazy. If you want help, there are people out there who you can talk to. But most of all, remember that you are never alone. Things do get better. You can get better, no matter what the bad thoughts in your head might say.
On a slightly lighter note, it is also pancake day. So, go get pancakes, and syrup, sprinkles, lemon and sugar- whatever you want!
And have a good night!
Love, Li. xoxo
Thank you for your willingness to to share your own struggle with self-harm. It is in sharing that our stories can heal not only ourselves but others. ❤️