I have my POSITIVE pants on!

After being recently diagnosed with HSV 2, I have went through a roller coaster of emotions. I have disclosed to the guy I like and I don't think it's going to work out BUT regardless of that I am feeling pretty positive and I will tell you why: herpes isn't fabulous but it isn't the end of the world!

Does herpes stop us from being amazing friends, lovers, colleagues or family members? No!

Does herpes mean that we can't travel, explore different places and make new memories? Nope!

Does herpes prevent us from being kind, funny, smart, amazing and beautiful human beings? No, it certainly does not.

We all have such unique and beautiful qualities about us and in a way I feel that herpes helps us see that. We are forced to think about everything else that makes us great. Herpes has also allowed me to reflect on the values I hold closest to my heart.

Don't let a cold sore get in the way of you being your beautiful self. Be amazing. Be kind. Be funny. Be loving. Love yourself! Even if you feel like nobody isn't going to love you (which is not true) it is so important to love yourself.

We are our own best friend. Don't let yourself get down about your herpes. What you would say to a friend or loved one if they told you they had herpes? I am sure you would be kind and supportive. Be kind and supportive to yourself, too!

If anyone needs a boost feel free to message me. I am more than happy to chat to anyone. Have a fantastic day.

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Thank you for this beautiful and uplifting post! It took me quite a few up and down moments before starting to feel like more of myself again. But I love this. You HAVE to love yourself first. And Herpes definitely has slowed everything down and really forced (or let's say allowed) me to evaluate my life in a more beautiful, non-judgemental purposeful way. Something really surprising out of all of this.