I went through a lot of challenges to get to where I am today.
But unlike Carrie, I left my Mr. Big for good.
And certainly, there aremanyunrealistic and problematic facets of the show.
@selfcarewarrior | Shahida Arabi
I went through a lot of challenges to get to where I am today.
But unlike Carrie, I left my Mr. Big for good.
Ive also had my share of adventurous dates and epic romances, as well as some whirlwind courtships.
And…a few Mr. Bigs.
And so, heres the thing about Mr. Big.
Hes charismatic, but hes also an emotionally unavailable and toxic character with some serious issues.
Author’s apartment views.
He told mePurgatorywas better.)
See, Carrie stayed with her Mr. Big.
I left all of mine.
Author on the steps of the original Sex and the City apartment in West Village and in Manhattan.
So instead of the tumultuous fairytale romance, I chose to create my own happy ending.
I chose the potential for happiness and healthy love over a toxic relationship.
I can enjoy the breeze of the wind on the rooftop of my building.
I can sit in my residents lounge by the pool and write, peacefully.
I can go out with girlfriends or enjoy a night in without having to answer to anyone.
But now I know I am worthy of all that life has to offer.
The resident’s lounge.
And so are you, reader, however browbeaten or torn down you might feel right now.
You are more than enough, and you are so valuable.
There is a beautiful life possible for you after overcoming any obstacles that might come your way.
There are miracles awaiting you, wherever you are now, and whoever you are.
Whether you want to be a writer or a singer or a professional chef, or a kickass mama.
Know that everything and anything is possible.
Author on her rooftop.
Know that you are capable of creating whatever it is your soul longs for and desires.
You are worthy of the happiness that life has to offer.
You are deserving of healthy love and self-love.
Author at her alma mater.
You are worthy of infinite abundance and success.
You will be okay by yourself.
In fact, who knows what you’re able to accomplish when theres no one stopping you?
Dont be afraid of doing it alone (or with some fabulous girlfriends) either.
