👀“If you don’t love yourself when someone says horrible things to you, part of you is always going to believe them.” – @annehathaway, spitting truths that ring soo strongly for me in my teens when other people’s opinions/comments would only fuel my self-hate.
The physical inability to do things during a flare isn’t always the worst part.
It’s the overthinking.
When my skin is red and inflamed, I always think people are staring at it.
Granted sometimes they are but often it’s the anxiety making me think they are as I myself am staring at it and constantly checking.
when I worked in hospitality and took food to tables, I always thought people were staring at my hands when the reality is most of them were staring at their food arriving. I used to prepare what I’d say if someone stared at me when I worked in hospitality so I could educate them.
Often stares aren’t judgment, they’re a curiosity. Still, they DO NOT make us feel great no matter the intention. If you normally experience feelings of anxiety before going out, I recommend you take time to plan ahead to try and reduce how often they will arise;
✨ Don’t assume the worst ✨Don’t worry about things beyond your control ✨Don’t stay longer than you want ✨Lean on your support system and give them a heads up in advance ✨Build in time for relaxation post going out ✨Give yourself a break from being social when needed ✨
Itch N Bitch 