FEELING THE SEASONAL BLUES, RIGHT BABE?

I don’t know about you all but my seasonal depression has been out in FULL FORCE these past few weeks. Paired with a few lil rejections I have had from projects that I felt passionately about, it’s been a bit of a rough time to be honest. As the days get shorter, I sometimes feel pressure to get everything done within a record-breaking time so I can then enjoy my evenings. The reality is, it’s only four in the afternoon. Also paired with the fact we have had a full-on tornado storm looming over us like we’re in a re-make of the Wizard of Oz.

Storytime btw: Our greenhouse ended up on top of our car at the start of the week due to the stunning level of gain force winds. My neighbour luckily banged on my window to show me the damage and through the torrential rain we, plus John (my mum’s partner) tackled the situation effectively all whilst Mamma Liz was fast asleep upstairs getting ready for her night shift. How’s your week been?

Hilarious honestly. Well, if we don’t laugh, we’ll cry. Hehehe. My point is, it’s so normal to feel down and depressed when the weather is like this. I am someone who’s mood can be heavily affected by the weather. This is why I’m such a summer baby because I just ADORE sunshine and blue skies and HOT temperatures. Even though summer is my favourite I continue to find things that bring me joy during the colder months. Getting to wear cosy outfits and snuggly coats (just purchased a hot pink trench coat and it is safe to say I am IN LOVE) Try to find moments of happiness throughout the day to begin to deflect those feelings of sadness. We are human beings, we feel all kinds of emotions, not every day will be positive and that is OKAY. If I’m having a bad day, I like to list all the things I am looking forward to, to keep me going. Think about the things you want to achieve in the future and how amazing you will feel when you do achieve them. There’s roughly 6 weeks left of this year, don’t let the colder temperatures and earlier evenings affect what you do with your personal time. Look after yourself. Self-care is so important. Take yourself on a walk, run a bubble bath, watch your favourite series, read a book, cook your favourite meal, spend time with people who bring you happiness. (Niamh btw, last night was just what I needed and I adore you so very much)

What I mean to say is, it can be the little things that bring us the most joy. Looking after yourself should be such a priority. We get out what we put in. Do little things to become the best version of yourself during the seasonal shifts. There are some days when I just do not feel like myself at all. There can be soooo many factors that affect this but sometimes you just cannot pin point the cause. All you can do on those days is take care of yourself and know that this too shall pass.

Full disclosure, Thursday night, I sat on my mum’s bed crying my eyes out, telling her that at that moment in time I just felt like my big break was never going to come. I am putting SO MUCH into my career; I care so much and want it so bad that sometimes it can be easy to overthink every little thing. Today, as I am writing this, I feel positive. Excited to kick ass when audition season picks up in the new year. Spending this time when auditions are slower to better myself and my craft. Knowing that when the auditions start to come in throughout the New Year, I will be bringing my best to them.

Keep fighting. Keep pushing. The weather is only one factor. Don’t let it affect how your day goes. Give yourself the best day, whatever that my look like to you.

Sending hugs.

Big love always,

Lucy Xxx