YOU ARE NOT WHAT YOU DO

First things first, it is absolutely crucial for you to remember that you are not what you do. Having sickle cell disease has the potential to interfere with day-to-day activities, some of which may be critical to you or your families functioning. However, it’s important to note that you alone are enough. Your mere existence is to be accounted for. Being available for a task should never be equated with your self-worth and if you find that you often attach acts with personal value, I would encourage you to reframe that. You’re worthy whether you can “do” or not do.