What's bothersome about this time in my life is as long as I was supportive, there were people all around me. But as soon as I became depleted, it took a doctor; yes, a physician to tell me it was time to step back and take care of me. As much as it hurts my feelings, I am not in any way surprised.
As I began to reach out to those with whom I felt I needed to inform, the only response I received was ok. I think what hurt me most was I actually did think they would at least ask if everything was ok. Because they did not, it became very clear to me that my mental health and/or well being was not a priority on their list. Some would say, "that's not right"; and I would say like Whitney Houston, it's not right but it's ok.
There used to be a time when I would let things like that bother me. Not this time though. As bad as I hate to admit it, it had become more and more apparent over time; that what used to be was no longer. Whether fortunate or not, one thing I know for sure is the time has come for me to take care of me.
So, I will say to you today. if you are beginning to feel overwhelmed take a few steps back from the situation. Begin to analyze and process that which has you feeling that way and start taking steps to becoming more in tune with who you are and what you want out of life. There is absolutely nothing wrong with loving yourself.