A lot of times, people feel this pressure to be happy and be the life of the party. They feel like when they are always with groups of people, they need to be making jokes and smiling. They also feel like they need to wake up every day and feel the motivation to get up and go to work or go to class. Well, I am here to tell you that doesn’t always have to be the case.Â
Why you don’t always have to be okay
If you only feel the emotion of happiness, then you aren’t living life. Everyone has setbacks. It is normal. If you feel like you are in a setting where you can’t show any other emotion than being happy to be liked, then that isn’t healthy. You should surround yourself with people who make you feel like it’s okay to be sad sometimes, and they won’t penalize you for that. The best people in your life will understand you for you. They will know the sides of you and know, hey, they are just having a hard time right now.Â
What isn’t Okay
What isn’t okay is always feeling sad. If you feel like you can’t find enjoyment out of things you used to, then it might be time to reach out for help. That is a hard step for everyone, but once you do it, it makes life so much easier. You get the support you need and the people by your side.Â
So, the moral of the story is yes, you don’t always have to be okay. It is normal to have bad days and setbacks. You don’t always have to be in a good mood. You are human. What isn’t okay is always feeling sad. If you are able to tell the difference between what are normal emotions and/or reactions to a situation, and what can lead to future mental health problems, then you are good. You are all set!