how do I make myself a-okay

The past two months of not writing and not updating my site about my struggles would probably lead me to think that everything is a-okay. Well, it's partly correct. Things around me seem a-okay. Now, how have things turned out to be this just fine?

1. Mind has just been too filled with many to-do's and to-be's - check papers, prepare for classes, smile, be happy, and be okay for the sake of my family, loved ones and yes, my students.

Being busy helps! Also, just thinking about how others sorta depend on you can push you to be strong.

2. Colleagues who join my carpool keep my head busy from listening to their endless stories - this keeps my mind off from over thinking which happens all the time when I'm alone driving.

Surround yourself with happy and positive people! 

3. When things in my relationship with my partner just become too irritating, I just tell myself that "This problem is so nonsense in the greater scheme of things. Just choose to understand and love."

Self-talking helps when it's actually inspired from some readings from the bible. 

4. Treating myself to visits to salons for my hair or nails can instantly turn sadness to happiness (for looking so good!).

Money can do the talking when things just don't seem okay. Yes, money can be the root of happiness... at least for a temporary time.