Now is probably the worst time to talk about being happy. But, really, it’s the best.
Once again I have to stress what happiness actually is and is not. Happiness is not being giddy, or blissfully ignorant and it’s absolutely not toxic positivity.
Actually, happiness is really calm, and certain, and present and centered. When I say it’s a superpower, I mean it. And when I say it’s punk as fuck, I mean that, too. It’s self-confidence and resilience. It’s being fully empowered. And don’t we want and need all of that right now?
Easier said than done, I know. And I do know. The first version of this brought me to my knees. How are you coping with this version? Let's talk about it.
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