Sometimes all you need is a moment to breathe and allow yourself to feel what you need to feel. It’s been a tough few weeks with the uncertainty about the future and the seemingly endless barrage of sad news from around the world, but for the longest time I kept telling myself that I should be so lucky to still have a roof over my head (despite owing my landlord rent), that I have a solid support system to keep me sane, and that I’m healthy. That’s not to say I’m not struggling, but who isn’t at the moment? Whenever I felt sad or frustrated or less than motivated to channel this challenge into productivity, I wondered if it was selfish for me to focus on myself, knowing that my situation pales in comparison in the grand scheme of things. But there will always be someone that has it better than you and someone that has it worse. That doesn’t stop you from feeling, nor should it lessen how you feel. Gratitude is important, but so is validating your emotions. We’re collectively going thr...