Happy on the Outside


It's been a crazy week! I have been running around the city in between work, blogging, keeping up with friends, and (trying) to take care of myself. I feel like I am always focusing on checking things off my to-do lists and be super productive, but it seems like every time I turn around, I still have way more left to do than what I've already done! I sure don't like feeling unproductive. Can anyone else relate here?

Honestly, I've been feeling pretty overworked and in need of a break. I can't complain though - I've been given some pretty cool opportunities lately, and I am super thankful for my full-time job. I also love seeing friends, but I feel really bad having to cancel or reschedule because I physically can't get there in time. There just isn't enough time in a day!

I feel like I am always trying to stay positive, be happy, and not let anxiety get the best of me. I don't have time to be anxious. The truth is though, I have dealt with anxiety for most of my life, and I don't always handle stress very well. I don't take care of myself. I don't go to bed at a very decent hour. And I may look happy and all dressed up on the outside, but inside, I am very tired and feeling pretty burnt out!

I think that it's important to create your own happiness, though. I think that even through all of the busy days and worrying about getting everything done - I can't keep putting this much pressure on myself. I need to slow down, take time for myself, and focus on what makes me happy. I love creating content for the blog, waking up every morning to my cat, and spending time with friends. Sometimes I need to remind myself to balance things out a bit.

"When you can't find the sunshine, be the sunshine"








For today's look, I am wearing this gorgeous floral maxi dress from Zaful, and my summery straw hat. I love how this dress is off-the-shoulder details and has a slit that makes this piece super flowy and comfortable. 

WHAT I WORE:

Dress // Zaful
Sandals // Call it Spring
Hat // H&M




Thanks for reading today!

4 comments :

  1. Girl. I love you, I loved this post and I am so so proud of you and all the great things you are accomplishing. As I always tell you, this is just the beginning, so many more great things are coming your way, I just know it! btw, loooove how beautiful the pics turned out to be <3

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    1. LOVE YOU !! Thanks so much for all of your support and all the encouraging words - I'm excited for the future too xx Oh and yes of course the pics turned out amazing cuz you sure know what you're doing ahaha

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  2. We are so proud of you Mikayla! You have never let your anxiety keep you from pursuing your dreams. You know what you want and work endlessly towards it. All of your hard work is starting to pay off - literally! Keep up the good work (and get to bed a bit earlier)! Congratulations!! Love you!!!

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    1. Thanks mom!!! I will never stop working towards those dreams xoxo

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