10 things this last year has taught me

So I have been neglecting my blogging, and sadly my charity work lately due to a family illness. But this has had me reflecting a lot on what 2018 has taught me, but more importantly, what I have gain from it. So here are 8 things I have learnt from 2018!

1. There are just as many positives from life, as there are negatives. When I look back on this year, it has quite a tough one personally but thankfully I don't see 2018 as "the worst year." I still have so many positive and wonderful memories that I will cherish forever, which unfortunately been mixed in with some terrible circumstances.

2. Dealing with other peoples attitudes on disability can be a right pain! The most frustrating thing about dealing with an invisible illness is definitely peoples unwanted opinions. To look at me, you would think there is nothing wrong. Some days are good, some days are bad which is completely normal for someone with a fluctuating CHRONIC illness. Thankfully I have heard only a few ablest comments this year, but we still have a long way to go! 



3. There is more to life that studying and stress- Which seems quite ironic coming from someone who is training to be an accountant and studying a full time business degree!

4. Physiotherapy actual works. Since i've started specialist physiotherapy 2 months, which is looking at improving the strengths of my legs and my core, I can now see a small but noticeable improvement! Something which previous physio sessions have not been able to do.

5. Baking can literally fix almost anything. Recently, anytime I have become stressed I automatically go into baking mode and it seems to be the only thing that can relax me!😂


6. "When life gives you lemons....." After having so many setbacks, it can definitely feel that life isn't on your side or that certain things are not meant to be. If you work hard enough, you can find your way around anything.


7. Blogging has definitely opened doors for me- especially when it hits 3,000 views! So many opportunities have come my way, and will hopefully continue to do so in 2019!

8. Even though it may not seem like it at times, everything will get better.

Currently 2019 is going to be one of the most busiest, stressful and difficult years of my life filled with lots of uncertainty and challenges. Thankfully with the support of family, friends and wonderful people in my life I know that things are going to be okay. Here is to 2019- hopefully a year filled with positivity, happiness and health for all, and to the year where my charity work really takes off.💓


Sophie x