I hate that I keep telling people "I'm good" or "I'm fine" when they ask how I am. I get it, I'm not going to unload on the cashier but even with my friends. The closest I get is often, "I've been a bit stressed lately, but it's almost the weekend!" etc.


Even today, I got a message from a friend of mine asking about me. This friend is so kind and compassionate, has struggled with her own mental health so I know she would understand and be empathetic. I responded that I was "ok", that I'd been dealing with anxiety, and it'd been a bit of a rough year *but* it's almost summer!

I really, really wish I could have said, "honestly? I'm not doing great. Anxiety sucks, it really, really sucks, and even though I'm in therapy I'm not sure if it's enough or what to do next."