The 7th June 2026 was a mentally draining day. As I reached the 9k sign, anxiety hit the pit of my stomach. I knew what was waiting for me at the finish line and I was heartbroken. The mental load of fear, pain and grief was my doom. I sat in my bedroom after and cried until my eyes went heavy. I promised myself after, that I wouldn't let anyone put me back in that place again.
TODAY has proven, we are never fully free of our responsibilities, especially when they often aren't ours to burden.
The mental load and responsibility fell on me when it shouldn't have. And as frustrating as it was, I ensured the right thing was done but I had to set an example to my children.
But the mental load is always so much more, ensuring that the unseen is dealt with, that the feelings of others aren't hurt or ensuring that everyday life never get in the way for others to have a more consistent day.
The mental load creates a different and exhausting side of us that we often over look and before we know it, it takes over us. So be kind on yourself and remember, setting boundaries is practical and often required for a more positive mindset.
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