Morning Shot Of Validation

Good morning.

This is Jerry Lee,

A mindful therapist,

Serving up your morning shot of validation.

Ready to drink up?

Here's your caffeine free shot.

Your experiences and realities are not up for debate.

You know your life better than anyone else does.

Others' opinions on your life may be food for thought,

But that doesn't make those opinions fact.

Your instincts matter,

And even if you question them at times,

They still matter.

You are capable of self-compassion and self-kindness.

Your efforts to do what is challenging are appreciated today.

Center now in affirmation,

Deep,

Deep breath.

My feelings are real,

And they matter.

I have the capacity to learn,

And I learn from missteps.

My experiences aren't meant to be compared to another's.

It is not a competition.

I no longer minimize my own experiences,

Because they deserve to be acknowledged.

I am not too sensitive,

Too weak,

Or attention seeking.

Who I am is not determined by another's perceptions of me or my life.

I know exactly what my challenges are.

I know my life.

What I'm feeling makes sense,

Given the circumstances.

My experiences matter,

And I matter.

Deep breath in and out,

Dropping shoulders while raising vibes.