My birthday today, but I feel sad...?

Question

Hi, It's my birthday, I'm 19 today. But a lot of my family forgot. The only people who remembered was my hubby, and my best friend. My dad did call but forgot; thou he did remember when I mentioned it. My mom I guess forgot cause she didn't call either. I know they still love me and they are busy with their lives too, but it just hurts when my parents and family forget my birthday. Am I just taking this too personal?

Answer 1

There's nothing wrong with feeling sad ... it's what you do with those feelings that counts. If you let them control you or obsess over them and let them eat you alive or do something you might regret then ask yourself, "what have I gained by letting my feelings take control?" Look around and see if you can't find someone that needs your care and consideration and use the precious time you are given to help another. This is truly how we should celebrate our day of birth!