Originally Posted by
AnonK 
I've had those days where I've been tired of being the strong one.
It's okay to be upset, just don't let it get out of control. When I get to feeling like this, I take time and let myself feel whatever I'm feeling. If I'm sad, I mope for a while. If I'm angry, I let it out. Then I find something in my life that produces positive emotions, and indulge myself. Whether it's a comfort food or a hobby or watching a favorite TV show/movie, I allow myself that time and freedom. After all, I've worked so hard, I've had to deal with XYZ, etc. etc.. I deserve to be as happy as I make everyone else, if not happier.
Does that make sense? I feel like I'm rambling....
Didn't seem like rambling to me, AnonK. I found it very helpful, actually!
Thank you. (I needed the reminder to have the feeling I'm having, but THEN purposefully find something else that
produces positive feelings. I've been a little weak in that department.
I hope it's helpful to the others here too!