Lately, I have been wondering more about the purpose of life. The longer I live, 45 years so far, the more I think it is about breathing each breath, being there, as a companion for myself, while I live my life.
I have lived through so many moments when I have felt desperately alone or sad. It used to be so hard to survive those times, like I was drowning, but didn’t know how to ask for help. Now, I am learning to tap the part of me who feels that way on the shoulder, to say, hey, I’m with you, you aren’t alone. I did that today, and I felt that part of me relax and notice me. It was a brief connection, but it made a difference.
I am unlearning, healing, relearning and repeating it all over again so I can thrive again. I may have chronic fatigue syndrome for the rest of my life, but if I learn new ways to cope and heal physically and mentally, maybe it’ll be easier to be me going forward. For now, I’ll breathe each breath, turn inward and befriend my most hurt parts and hope for the best.
May you be well. Thanks for reading 💕.
©️ Bradlee Zrudlo 2025. All Rights Reserved.
PhD in Being Me 
Hi Bradlee, just felt like sending you a hug via email. I admire the vulnerability you put into your posts. xoxoox Susan
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Hi Susan! Thanks so much, I love your hugs very much! Thanks for reading and for reaching out, I love you lots and lots! I feel very grateful to have you in my life xoxoxo
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