Today, a kindergartener asked me “why do you have so many spots on your face?”
I took a deep breath, didn’t break into tears, and told her “sometimes they just appear” she walked away, accepting my answer without question.
What I wanted to say, through tears is… I have been feeling so many emotions, stress, sadness and anxiety lately and when I breakout it makes everything worse. I think I’m breaking out because of all the emotions I’m trying to keep a hold of. Of course I didn’t because that would not be an appropriate response for a teacher to have.
A few minutes later, my heart was filled with happiness because of another student who said to me “I love the color of your hair and your earrings, and you are so pretty and I’m happy you are helping in our class”
The honesty of her compliment made me feel so good and loved and I am so grateful for these sweet children who enrich my day with pure honesty. It’s amazing what words can do to us. They can make us feel so many emotions….
When feeling low, Try saying nice words to yourself and then say something kind to someone else. It’s amazing how powerful it can be for yourself and others.
Happy Tuesday! Be kind to your self!
My life with Anxiety 
Such wisdom Hayley! Kids are so honest, sometimes it’s hard to hear, but often so cute. Like today when my friends 6 year old said, “ do you still have a baby in there? “ pointing up my mama belly. 🙁🤣 speak kindly to yourself! You’re awesome and so sweet and tender and genuine yourself. I love you!!!!
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They are refreshingly honest! Thanks for your support sara. I love how genuine you are and how kind you are to your self! I think you are so beautiful inside and out! A six year old asked me if I had a baby in my belly about a month ago too. Honest and curious! Lol
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