NancyBetine

 I just stepped out of the restroom, gisting, smiling while trying to fix my jean trouser and the next thing I heard was ‘why is your tummy like that’? I would have simply laughed it off or pretended not to have heard but something tugged at my heart. I felt pained. Maybe because I expected better from a fellow mother or a woman, but then, women’s problems are women themselves. I was about to explain when I was cut by another statement of how she has two kids and her tummy not as wrinkled as mine.😌 While trying to come up with excuses and justifications about my wrinkled stomach, I realized it wasn’t worth the stress of overthinking it. One, her two kids probably weighed lesser than mine, two, I survived the journey, yes, it was really a journey and most importantly I’m hoping to get more wrinkles. It’s important we understand that every birth scar is a testimony of life no matter how ugly you think it is. Having a less ugly scar doesn’t make you better, rather, I think it means ...

Going through social media, seeing images of different people looking cheerful and fulfilled would get you thinking ‘what am I doing wrong’? Especially when it looks like all your efforts are not appreciated no matter how big you think it is. The truth is, everyone has his/her bad days. The question is, how do they survive the endless boss’ expectations with little or no motivation for initial sacrifices made. If you truly give in your best😉. People react and respond differently to emotional and mental stress ( notable work related stress). Breath in, think deep and make a mental note of what takes your mind off annoying people, things and spirit 😛. Personally, I go for two things; my novel and my phone, with focus on certain entertaining blogs, social platforms and photo gallery ( especially pictures detailing my sons growth). These things take my mind off  annoying scenes from the office. I think bad days are results of not meeting up to expectations, treated less than desired ...