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Lauren Powell's avatar

Sorry to hear this Marie, but know you're not alone, and I for one can resonate.

Take your time, and only write and share what and when feels right. 💛

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sol s⊙therland 🔸's avatar

This comment section is why I love Substack 🧡

Wholesome and supportive.

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Lauren Powell's avatar

Thank you for sharing, and I agree - wholesome and supportive is a good way to describe the ethos here :)

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Victoria Rudi's avatar

Sending you lots of strength, stranger on the internet.

Was reading today (The Perfectionist's Guide to Losing Control) that balance doesn't exist. It's a myth. Life always happens. Unforeseen circumstances are the rules, not the exception. We can't fit life on a to-do list, and people who say they can do it (aka hustlers) either lie or are emotionally stunted.

Just a reminder from a fellow stranger: take your time and be kind to yourself.

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Holly Bailie (she/her)'s avatar

So sorry that life is so tough right now Marie. Take care of yourself and I’m sending you positive vibes and healing. ❤️‍🩹

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Jen's avatar

Feel better soon Marie ❤️ I totally get it, I'm the very same and I have often wondered how people keep spinning the hamster wheel when life is throwing boulders at them. Do what feels right for you, at your own pace. Love & light ✨️

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Shanjitha's avatar

I am writing about how hustling makes me feel unsettled and there is an alternative way to live the life which has its own drawbacks. But trying to live that kind of life is soothing for my drained out soul for now. So I’m embracing the slower version of life right now or as long as it would last. And it’s okay if you didn’t do anything for the past few days. Things that matter and people who know you will wait for you no matter what.

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Mikaela Blackler's avatar

Wishing you recovery and peace ❤️

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Joshua Stevens's avatar

You're generating a bigger audience than me and I've been writing for almost 18 months as well on Substack. So, good job.

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sol s⊙therland 🔸's avatar

18 months? Holy cow.

Keep going, Joshua 💪🏻

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Joshua Stevens's avatar

thanks.

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Noelle Acheson's avatar

sending you hugs, Marie - things do eventually get better

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Nur Nadar's avatar

Love you Marie

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Austin Schrock's avatar

Thank you for your honesty. Vulnerability is so hard for people today. It’s encouraging to see a healthy example as I seek to become more vulnerable in my writings as well.

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Mika's avatar

Yes, taking care of yourself. Yes, to shifting your priorities.

We’ll be here when you’re ready. Take all the time you need. 💕💕💕

Thinking of you.

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Alexis Mera Damen's avatar

Wishing you all the best, Marie! Take your time. We’ll be here. 🧡

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Anna Mackenzie's avatar

Hope you’re doing ok 🩷

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Beth L. Gainer's avatar

Marie, I'm sorry you have had it rough lately. Like you said, living in the present is a good goal. It might lift the burden of all you are going through. Just take your time and take care of yourself -- Substack readers aren't going anywhere. Sending virtual hugs.

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Sophie S.'s avatar

So sorry to read that life is not treating you well these last few weeks. Ive only been reading your stuff for a while but you seem like such a lovely genuine person and I hope things improve for you soon. Take care, and don't forget it's ok to take a step back and take things easy for a bit. 💖

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Alex Cristea's avatar

I hope you get through this soon. Hugs! 🤗

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