Happy Sunday ,

How was your week? 🎉 Hit reply and let me know. I love hearing from you!

Personally, mine was a bit hectic. On Wednesday, I had a meeting with our service coordinator for my 16-year-old, Oli, who was recently diagnosed with Autism. The first thing Karla (our coordinator) said was, "YOU NEED HELP! You've been doing it all alone for 16 years." 😳 After a lengthy meeting, I went home and sat on the couch, feeling overwhelmed.

I've been juggling so much for so long, and I haven't lost my mind (yet). 🥴 The stress and worry of 16 years caught up with me, and I did absolutely nothing for the rest of the day. It felt good to give myself permission to just... be.

Here's the kicker: despite life feeling like a circus act, I have this hidden talent for always being able to see the JOY in the midst of the insanity. 🥳 Who knew, right? And with this talent, I’ve learned a few important lessons:

1. Asking for help doesn't make you weak, nor does receiving help. Sometimes, we need a little support to keep everything together. It’s okay to lean on others.
2. Don't feel guilty about taking time for yourself. Taking a break and giving yourself permission to rest is crucial. You deserve it!
3. YOUR LIFE DOES NOT NEED TO BE PERFECT TO BE JOYFUL. 🌟 Embrace the chaos, find the joy, and let go of the need for perfection.

I have a feeling you know exactly what I'm talking about. I dare you to hit reply with the wildest “secret talent” you’ve discovered this year. Come on, let’s share some laughs!

Now, here’s the exciting part. Later this month, I’m sharing a FREE three-day journey on how to create more joy in your life. We’ll dive deep into Negative Self Talk and how to turn that crap around. Stay tuned for more details on how to sign up!

Let’s embrace the chaos and find the joy together.

Okay, friend. I'm off now. I can’t wait to read all the replies about your “secret talents.” Until then, keep finding the joy amidst the chaos.

Take care and talk soon,

Charity