Choose self awareness. A partner without it will subconsciously hold you responsible for their own insecurities, emotional triggers, and unmet childhood needs.
Authentic friends tell the truth. They don’t stand by quietly as you self destruct. At your lowest they remind you of your capability. They challenge you and support you to be your best self.
I was laid off from Twitter today. I was the designer in charge of our new rebranding to X.
I learned so much in my 2.5 weeks at the company but I’m excited to see where I land next.
If you’re hiring a self taught, junior designer please DM me. Graphic design is my passion!
Putting everyone else’s needs before your own isn’t selfless, it’s self abandonment. Society glorifies this, and it’s a massive reason why so many of us are unwell.
Maturity is healing and unlearning your own toxic patterns so you don't become like the people who hurt you and unknowingly punish others with your trauma.
The trauma of experiencing poverty as a child can create:
- hoarding of food or resources
- chronic anxiety when thinking about money
- a core belief that money is bad or evil
- extreme/impulsive spending