QotD is a feature dedicated to answering questions from Piccadilly’s 5 Year Question a Day Memory Journal. The journal states its purpose is to help reflect back on daily routine and to act as a “time capsule” of experiences. As someone who laments their awful memory, I thought this was a wonderful tool and opportunity.

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What do you like most about yourself right now?

That I am finally caring about me. I am trying to be much kinder to myself, both mentally and physically. I allow myself to rest and not feel guilty. I don’t force myself to be productive every second of the day. However, I also force myself to exercise more and it actually has helped me have a better relationship with my body. But! Again, I don’t guilt myself if I don’t exercise as long/hard or even at all.

I have found many coping mechanisms to help with the negative intrusive thoughts. I allow myself to rely on my partner more and to ask for help.

Overall, I like that I am allowing myself to be the person I want – and need- to be for myself.