2019 was a year of surprises for me, a year of life changes. I know this a stereotypical line we all use to start a new year. Fortunately, its the truth about 2019 for me. I had a few falls that helped lift my spirits up, I had a few turns and alot of laughter.
Self-Care: Mental Health
2019, was the year to face my fears, deal with mistakes and asking for a helping hand. I had my break downs but I had moments where I knew it only makes me stronger. I decided to face my depression in another way, I asked for help. It started with a wonderful hypnotherapist called Karen and my mum standing by me. I was determined to beat depression without any medication, without an sort of other regretful resources ( drugs or alcohol). It was my chance finally to love myself even more. A year later and I am happy I took 2 steps forward.
I feel blessed that I was able to learn alot about myself through this year. Karen helped with her experience, profession and care. She showed me a new way to think of life, to love myself, to know what makes me happier and to breath in all the madness. As I have ADHD, it sometimes takes over my mind, and sometimes body. I tend to be the person hurt in the end, I had no idea how to calm myself down. Karen gave me a new life.
Self Care: Physical Health
I had an unfortunate injury with my knee in the beginning of the year. It took a toll on my lifestyle. I had to try to find a way of healing without any surgery. I looked to Chiropractors, physiotherapist and Chinese methods. As the my fall on my knee was bad, it effected my hips and spine. I was sort of damaged goods and it made me depressed. I am an active person, so sitting down and doing nothing is not an option.
First, I started with a chiropractors treatment on my spine and hips. The best in town was Dr Edwin from BritChiro. He helped my body transform as well as my mine. I was able to feel less pain, move more and it made me happier.
Second, I looked into a physiotherapist in the town. I came across Alan at Dual Strength and Fitness, he has a reputation of helping alot of athletes from all variety of sports. Alan taught me about my body especially when it comes to exercising. I am currently able to move alot of knee due to sessions with him.
Lastly, Chinese methods. This would include cupping, acupuncture, and deep tissue massage. Mei Wellbeing is my go to for such treatments. I have gone through several cupping sessions and massages which have made a massive difference.
Bucklist
As time passed, I decided to try things on my BUCKETLIST. I finally flew on a helicopter. Why is that a big deal??? I have a fear of heights so it was a very big deal. I sat in the front and saw all of London from a beyond beautiful good map view. Good bless Groupon for this experience.
When I was in South Korea, I went to see my first ever baseball game live. I also flew to Germany, to see one of my favourite Korean Artist, Jay Park. I also got to see several other Korean Artist. These may be small things to others, but big deals to me.
Travel
In all the madness of changes, I still was able to travel. First, saw the historic views of Malta and Gozo. Second, I did my first solo long haul flight to South Korea. Third, I also travelled with a new life long friend to Germany. The trips all taught me something new about myself. It showed my strength, my weaknesses and something new to learn from.
The Future
2020… What in store? whats the plan ? That I can no answer as my life seems to be unpredictable. At this moment, while your reading this I will be in Dubai working on some new projects or another country. I hope to visit more European countries, visit another continent, do more on my bucketlist. There might be a slight surprise here and there on this journey, I AM READY and I say this with a smile.
Thanks for sharing something so personal! Great read.
I hope that everyone will be inspired by this girl as much as me !!
A true soul and beautiful friend !!
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I am glad that you are doing better – that you have met the struggles of mental health head on and you have faced your fears. Good luck and I hope that you have an amazing year.
This sounds like a lot in one year! I’m so happy you were able to address all the craziness life sent you way on your terms. Cheers to 2020!
Dubai sounds amazing! I really want to work on my bucket list this year!
This is so inspiring. I hope to conquer 2020 just like you!
I hope 2020 will be life changing year for me too. Already too much happened this month. I’m very busy with toddler and really miss my self-reflection time.
Looks like you were able to travel to several places in just one year – hope you enjoyed!
It looks like you had an amazing year – and you got to fly a helicopter!! Hoping that 2020 exceeds your last year.
It looks like a wonderful year. I love all your travels. I have been long dreaming about visiting Malta and Germany as well.
Wow. 2019 was quite a year indeed for you! I’m glad it helped you move toward the life you want.
South Korea is so fun! How did you enjoy the baseball game… I hear they are better than American games. Have a great time in 2020.
I hope my 2020 will be a life-changing year for me too! Already so much happened this winter. Travels give me so much energy too, planning two trips this spring.
I wonder how you have so much interest for Korea and Korean artists? It sounds strange to me…
I want to go to Dubai! Sounds like you have a lot of fun things planned for 2020. Good luck! 🙂
I love Dubai. It sounds like you had a great time! Good luck in 2020 🙂
This is wonderful. I hope your 2020 is the best year ever!
I’m glad you fit in a solo trip! 2019 was also the year I did a lot of solo trips, but none international! thanks for sharing 🙂
I’m hoping for a great 2020! My 2019 wasn’t the best but wow you accomplished so much. Wow, flying a helicopter? That’s so cool. I would love to try this some day!
I always love your blog posts. They take you to another place and I can relate to you in so many ways. Thank you for sharing this. It is so vital to take care of your mental state of well being, as when everything else ends, it is all that you have. Wonderful blog post.
2020 is a great year! thanks for sharing some positive vibes. hope it touches more people <3
Im so glad you feel like you’ve progressed last year, especially in regards to mental health and I understand how hard that can be. Wish you the best of luck for this year
Aaaawwww….I love how you have moved past your wishes and made some concrete realities, Faz! You flew in a helicopter! Luck is with you because I don’t have the money yet, for a helicopter trip.
Dubai seems to be amazing! I really want to work on my wish list this year!
Dubai is really amazing!! I really wanna work on my wish list this year!
I’m an into self care this year. I want to give myself too a life that worth lovong. Thanks for sharing this. This is inspiring and motivational
sounds like 2019 did some amazing things for you. i’m hoping 2020 is better for me than 2019. great post.
I look forward to your Flourishing future! I hope 2020 is even better for you!
This is such an inspiration. All women must do self-care and this is really a must.
The most inspiring person I know! So pure and beautiful inside and out! I am truly blessed to call you my friend angel! Xx