I know this is a repost, but it's nearing that time of the year again.
Most of us are very enthusiastic when it comes to celebrating other people's birthdays. But as soon as your date nears, you feel your heart sinking and that annoying voice in the back of your head telling you that no one will remember it. So you pretend to be macho and hide all your feelings behind a 'I hate birthdays'. And that sinking feeling that the people who do remember will be exceptionally nice to you and after your birthday, you're back to being a no body. And the constant pressure of social media and all the cute couples who do amazing things for each others birthdays .
After years of experience, I have found a way to battle this Phobia.
Ask yourself 'Does it matter?'. Birthdays are over rated . Everyday is special and you deserve to be treated like a queen, everyday.
Treat yourself. Go out for a bit. Break the birthday stereotype of having to be with so called best friends.
Build your confidence and reduce expectations.
Buy yourself gifts.
And..........most importantly,........................HAVE A PIECE OF CAKE!!
Remember "You determine your happiness.'
I think there's a new aspect to this as social media tells everybody it's our birthday, and then they all wish you a happy one, but all you're doing is copy\pasting "thank you" multiple times.
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