I really resonate with your words. I know that invisible pressure to follow a checklist, only to realize you were the one holding yourself to it. Thank you for sharing ♥️
This was just as lovely on the second read as it was during the first - thank you for sharing your story. I have a lot of respect for the way you have managed your career, and through the time of social media, no less. I'm glad you've been focusing on happiness right where you are, as yourself. So grateful to have been part of the Ouroboros group with you!
Dear Abbey, Thank you for sharing your essay. It is so relatable. I am also my own worst critic and it is always very difficult to change that mindset or quiet the ringing checklist in my head. I just wanted to say that you are always an inspiration, all sides of Abbey. <3
This was such a lovely read! 100% agree that the largest watchful eye, success measurer, and critic is ourselves. Loved the reminder that the core principles are better than just running through the expected check list.
As a southeast Asian Chinese (Indonesian Chinese)... Hard relate!!!! Also lmao at your mom saying the good genes come from them so ofc you turned out fine. My mom says the same 😂😂😂😂
YAY you shared this! It was an honour to see this essay come to life and read it in its early stages :) I love that it enabled you to have a different kind of conversation with your mom, and that you've added in her reflections. xx
I love where this piece landed Abbey! The line “the strictest version of that voice was always my own” rings so true. Very happy that you got to have a conversation with your mother through the writing of this piece as well ❣️
I think you have done very well for yourself. You went your own path, and followed your dreams and interests. You did a very brave thing, and it must have been difficult. The only thing that matters really, when you decide what to do in life, is to work with something that you enjoy. Good luck to you in the future.
I really resonate with your words. I know that invisible pressure to follow a checklist, only to realize you were the one holding yourself to it. Thank you for sharing ♥️
Thank you for reading 💛
At 38, this question resonates so much with me:
"If I don’t trust myself enough, how would I allow myself to live the life I want and deserve?"
Thank you for being a consistent kind, brave and genuine voice in the internet, Abbey!
Hugs! I see you!
This was just as lovely on the second read as it was during the first - thank you for sharing your story. I have a lot of respect for the way you have managed your career, and through the time of social media, no less. I'm glad you've been focusing on happiness right where you are, as yourself. So grateful to have been part of the Ouroboros group with you!
Thank you Chelsea!! Appreciate your inputs during its early stages.
Dear Abbey, Thank you for sharing your essay. It is so relatable. I am also my own worst critic and it is always very difficult to change that mindset or quiet the ringing checklist in my head. I just wanted to say that you are always an inspiration, all sides of Abbey. <3
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This was such a lovely read! 100% agree that the largest watchful eye, success measurer, and critic is ourselves. Loved the reminder that the core principles are better than just running through the expected check list.
Thank you so much :) we really are our own worst critics!
As a southeast Asian Chinese (Indonesian Chinese)... Hard relate!!!! Also lmao at your mom saying the good genes come from them so ofc you turned out fine. My mom says the same 😂😂😂😂
We love how self-aware they are at this fact and honestly I agree lol. HUGS TO US
YAY you shared this! It was an honour to see this essay come to life and read it in its early stages :) I love that it enabled you to have a different kind of conversation with your mom, and that you've added in her reflections. xx
Thanks for workshopping it Emily!!!
I love where this piece landed Abbey! The line “the strictest version of that voice was always my own” rings so true. Very happy that you got to have a conversation with your mother through the writing of this piece as well ❣️
Thank you!! After talking to her it allowed me to open up even more to her which I think deepened our relationship <3
I think you have done very well for yourself. You went your own path, and followed your dreams and interests. You did a very brave thing, and it must have been difficult. The only thing that matters really, when you decide what to do in life, is to work with something that you enjoy. Good luck to you in the future.