When life stopped me in my tracks, My Selfcare Revolution Part 2
This is my biggest and most personal share to date. In this blog I talk about
… my recent health and business struggles
… how I’ve kept moving forward with excitement and optimism
… how it’s led to me helping others
especially those who are struggling to eliminate overwhelm, stay focussed,
find balance and keep moving forward
My physical condition right now
On the 2nd of April 2025, I shared a blog about my recent diagnosis. (Link at the end if you want to read that one) I didn’t share the NAME of the diagnosis specifically and there’s a reason for this. I’m not tied to it. I’m not defined by it and it’s not who I am. Believe me – it took a while to get to this stage!
If you know me, you know I’m a therapist and trainer. I use my hands. I use my physical strength. Let me be transparent about what’s happening with me. My physical condition right now means that all of the following are challenging for me: –
- Massaging (not all movements but I’ve had to adapt A LOT)
- Household chores which require strength and precision
I should add that I’m right-handed and my right side is affected
- Writing (very difficult and I LOVE writing)
- Typing/texting/making videos (all of which I do daily for work)
- Crazy ones like putting my makeup on
- Getting coins out of my purse!!
A day at a time
The above present the tip of the iceberg. It goes way beyond this, and I have no idea what’s to come. I’m taking it a day at a time and utilising all the tools in the kit I’ve built up over the years.
This blog is not about sympathy, pity or self-indulgence. It’s as much about YOU as it is about me. It’s about what you do when life deals you an unexpected blow or a curve ball.
How do you pick yourself up, plan for the future and continue to live a life of meaning and purpose? How do you move forward and still feel excited, creative and optimistic.
My life and business
I’ve spent the best part of last year figuring this out for my own life and business. What I completely under-estimated was the years I’ve spent building up strength, resilience and a strong mindset. I would say all of the following helped
- A close-knit family and community
- Strong sibling relationships
- Close and supportive friends
- Decades working in health & wellbeing both in the UK and abroad
- Training and mentoring like-minded therapists and business owners
I know not everyone is blessed with this kind of support. Even when we are, we’re all unique and the way forward is not always clear.
MY TRIBE
I’m not one to give up, to lose hope or become pessimistic. Of course, I’m human and I’ve had my moments. I will continue to have moment. MOSTLY, I’ve focussed on how I’m going to continue to help people, MY TRIBE. What’s the best possible way I can continue to be of service, to work to my full potential, to offer the most value without always relying on hands-on skills. It has been gut-wrenching at times to contemplate this.
After months of journalling, prayer and meditation (& of course some business brainstorming), the answer presented itself loud and clear.
When life stopped me in my tracks – Share you challenges
I realised that like me, many of you are facing overwhelm, health issues and business challenges. I want to invite you to share them with me specifically. Email or Whatsapp me with details of the biggest challenge you’re facing right now.
Maybe I can help. Maybe the new direction I’m taking means that your solution won’t take a year to present itself and together we can ensure your journey is smoother, more focussed and peaceful. Together we can make sure you’re making great progress, at the same time as finding the answers.
If my experience is teaching me anything, it’s this …
When life presents challenges, it moves on too. You don’t have to wait for the answers, stop moving or stop progressing while you wait for that epiphany. You can keep living and growing at the same time.
So the conclusion, let’s start with a message from you to me …
… what’s your biggest challenge in life right now?
… what’s keeping you awake?
… what’s the recurring theme keeping your stress levels high?
I’ll be waiting to hear from you because I know what it’s like to live through not only the unexpected but the day-to-day challenges of life and business.
I should end by saying that I’m a tough cookie. I don’t give up on what I love. I’m still treating. I’m still teaching and will continue to do so.
Always here for a quick chat, a little brainstorm and as the voice of reason.
Thank you for reading this months blog, When life stopped me in my tracks, My Selfcare Revolution Part 2 . If you would like more information about How to create Holistic Fusion please don’t hesitate to get in touch.
Have a lovely day,
Sughra
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