2011 (and 2010) for that matter have been two incredibly hard years for me, most of which I spent hiding away in my room.I couldn't see the amazing friends I had around me and instead let the devil of anxiety and depression get in and change the way I saw the world. It was one of the hardest times of my life and I still kick myself for letting it get so bad. I was lucky because I had the most unbelievable guy. He stuck by me through some horrid times and was my absolute rock.
I managed to turn 2010 around with some unbelievable opportunities. I landed work experience at LOOK magazine and set up this blog which got me a press pass for London Fashion Week. I went to Sex and London City's incredible Press party, hosted by the Editor Nixalina, and I was also made President of the Cardiff Uni Fashion Society. I had the chance to meet the incredible Naomi Thompson as she gave the Fash Soc girls some truly inspirational advice. I got to to see the sights of Paris and saw the sunset from the Eiffel Tower and I've seen my little brother get through a horrendous illness and become healthy and happy again. I would never have dreamed that any of this would have ever happened to me and I cannot be more thankful for the crazy opportunities that were given to me.
People who read this blog know that I am a strong advocate for helping people suffering with anxiety and depression and in 2012, I hope to act on my beliefs and do something practical to help this ignored and misunderstood condition. I want people to know that even with anxiety and depression, you can still achieve the most amazing and crazy things.
So, for me as I say goodbye to 2011, I'm not going to make some resolutions that I'll struggle to keep, although the way I'm feeling after Christmas, I think the gym is a must! I'll say thank you to whoever was blessing me with every opportunity and smile as I know that everything in life happens for a reason. So whatever didn't kill me in 2010, certainly made me stronger in 2011 and I'm going to be even stronger in 2012. And, although I won't be spending my New Years Eve with him , I will be spending it with the most incredible friends.
2012 is going to be a massive year for me and I'm prepared for whatever it throws at me. In one year, I'll graduate from University and turn 21. I've decided that in order to get me in the right position for my future prospects, this blog has to be bigger and better so, say bye bye to Fashion. Life by Mimi as you know it because it's going to have a complete revamp. I'm not going to reveal anything just yet but it's going to be an exciting time! Keep an eye out because I'll be needing some fashionistas to make it happen.
My only real want for 2012 is for me to become a better person and I constantly wish I could be. I think that the last few months has taught me that if you are true to yourself and treat others how you wish to be treated then you truly will get much further in life. A friend taught me that. I've never met such a nicer and wonderful soul as Hann and she's showed me that you should be grateful for every opportunity and every day because it will honestly bring you peace and happiness.
I still believe that all the hard times and worth the amazing good times and I write this knowing that there are going to be hard times in 2012 but I'll be absolutely fine because I have my family and I have my friends to help me through every single one.
So, I shall love and leave you. I hope you've all had the most amazing Christmas and I hope that in 2012 you get everything you deserve to have.
Mia xx
Very heartfelt and moving. Take solace in the fact that you are not alone. Speaking as someone who also suffers with anxiety and depression stay strong and try not to think too much
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