I Can't Cope
There have been moments in my life when I whispered the words, “I can’t cope.” Not out loud—only to myself. Saying it to others felt like admitting defeat. Wouldn’t that make me weak? A failure? After all, everyone else seemed to be managing just fine… right?
Here’s the truth: that’s a myth. A story we quietly tell ourselves that holds us back and weighs us down. The idea that we have to hold it all together, always, is not only unrealistic—it’s damaging. And yet so many of us suffer in silence, afraid of what might happen if we speak up.
Let’s talk about fear. Because most of the time, it’s just that:
False Evidence Appearing Real.
We scroll through curated snapshots of “perfect” lives online and compare them to our own behind-the-scenes mess. It’s no wonder we feel like we’re the only ones treading water. But in reality? Most people are just coping, too.
Wellbeing isn’t about pretending everything’s fine. It’s about being real. It’s having the courage to say, “Actually, I’m struggling.” That honesty can open a door—to support, to connection, to healing. You’d be amazed what happens when you dare to ask someone else if they’re coping. The relief is mutual. The conversation is powerful.
So here’s a gentle reminder: You don’t have to cope alone. Let go of the fear. Ask for help. Share how you feel. Because true wellbeing begins when we stop simply surviving and start really living—together.
You are not alone. And you never have to be.
