trying to build myself while also helping my family. trying to save every bit of money i can, but it feels like there's always another bill waiting. trying to follow my dreams, but also trying to slow down and enjoy the small moments in my life. i'm living, learning, struggling, and healing all at the same time. sometimes i feel like i'm falling behind, but i keep going anyway. life isn't perfect, and it never will be, but i'm still doing the best i can with what i have. that should matter. that should count. i need to remind myself that even if things are hard, i'm still showing up every day, still trying, still growing. and for that alone, i deserve to feel proud of myself.