RE: [LOH-297] When Opening Up and Showing Vulnerability is Not a Thing In Our Family -Oh Sadness!

Your feelings are valid, @ruffatotmeee. I don't subscribe to the idea that happiness is inherently "good" while sadness is inherently "bad." Every emotion we experience, even the ones that feel messy, overwhelming, or painful, has a purpose and deserves to be acknowledged.

Suppressing our emotions doesn't make them disappear; it often makes them resurface in ways we don't expect. Healing begins when we allow ourselves to feel, process, and understand what we're going through rather than pretending everything is okay.

Sending you the biggest virtual hugs and a gentle pat on the back. 🤍