Aimless wandering without a clear destination is rarely an adventurous journey. Personally, I prefer being engaged in something meaningful rather than drifting without purpose. However, there are days when I feel so lethargic that even getting up to use the restroom seems like a challenge. It’s fascinating how mood swings can make a day rich with various shades of experience—gloomy, cloudy, sunny, and pleasant.
At 27, I realized that mood swings extend beyond the typical PMS cycle and can affect both men and women, including those going through menopause. This insight has made me more aware of the range of personalities I can exhibit, from introverted to extroverted, from shy and quiet to loud and active, and many others that I have recently discovered.
Do you believe that mood swings are not exclusive to women experiencing PMS but are common to almost everyone, including animals? How do you manage your own mood swings?
Tag: maturity
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Drifting mind
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Who I am is more important than judgement from my appearance
Maturing swiftly, seemingly unaware of the years passing by, I find myself blessed with yet another year. In my younger years, I held the belief that by my current age, I would have achieved complete independence. However, I now realize this was mere wishful thinking, as my plans were formulated without actively involving God in my prayers and aspirations. I was confident that I could contend with time and attain full independence, allowing my parents to enjoy their lives without concerns.
Reality has struck hard; instead of bringing stress relief, I find myself weighed down by more worries. My plans and dreams have been inconsistent, often wavering from one idea to another. The pressure from my family adds to the uncertainty, making it challenging to hold onto a clear path. I am currently in pursuit of a job that offers better compensation, working tirelessly with the ultimate goal of reducing the pressure.
My primary objective is to work diligently, earning more, with the bottom line being a desire for respect from my colleagues. I yearn for them to acknowledge and appreciate me for who I am, rather than forming judgments based on appearances.
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The perk of being the eldest child.
Daily writing promptWhen was the first time you really felt like a grown up (if ever)?The perk of being the eldest child in the family is that we tend to take on responsibilities earlier than others of the same age. Speaking from my life experiences, I can say that I was given the role of a big sister since the fourth grade. At times, I felt that I didn’t really enjoy my childhood like others did. I was expected to be a responsible sister to my younger siblings.
Fast forward to my early adulthood, the first time I realized that I was entering the realm of adulthood was when I was 15 years old. I felt that my friends of my age were somewhat immature, and it seemed like I didn’t quite belong with them. Our choices and tastes were entirely different, and I found myself more in tune with my older friends. That’s when I truly felt like a grown-up.
