Social media can be tough. Being unfriended can trigger anxiety, especially when making friends feels challenging. I sometimes feel awkward, and my children have mentioned autism, though it wasn’t well-understood when I was growing up (80s and 90s).

Recently, someone I rarely spoke to blocked me. The reason, “told a lot,” is unclear. Who’s gossiping? It’s tempting to dwell on it, but focusing on trust is more helpful.

My mental health has improved significantly over the past year. While trust can be difficult, I believe in showing kindness and love. It’s hard at times, my mind races with worry, but fear won’t control me.f

Making My Way

Anxiety whispers, a familiar tune,
Someone unfriended, feels out of moon.
Making friends, a challenge it’s true,
But I’m learning, and that’s something new.

Kids mentioned autism, a different time,
The 80s and 90s, when awareness wasn’t prime.
Regardless of labels, I’m growing each day,
Mental health journey, leading a better way.

This person who blocked me, we barely spoke,
Their reason unclear, a broken smoke.
Who gossiped? It’s tempting to chase,
But focusing on trust will set a good pace.

Love and kindness, my guiding light,
Be the bigger person, even in the night.
It’s hard, thoughts race, a whirlwind it seems,
But fear won’t control me, chasing better dreams.