It gets better, I promise

I am almost 6 months on meds, 9 months since diagnosis and had been living with undiagnosed HIV for almost 5 years. And I can honestly say life is not just back to normal ….. It’s even better.

I’ve been taking my meds every single day, never missed a dose, and my health is great. All my check-ups have been normal. I was worried about how I’d keep up with my treatment, but every night I take my pill, I remind myself to accept my new life, to forgive my past self and just find reasons to be happy. And this has really changed my life for the better.

One of the biggest changes in my life has been embracing solitude. At first, losing people because of my diagnosis was painful, but over time, I learned to enjoy my own company. I stopped seeking validation from others and started focusing on myself, my health, my career, and my happiness. Being alone doesn’t mean being lonely; it means having the space to grow, heal, and truly understand yourself. Now, I find peace in my solitude, and I’ve realized that I don’t need anyone else to complete me, I am already whole.

Beyond health, my life is thriving. My work performance has been amazing, and I was even awarded Employee of the Year at my job. My mental health is stable, I have my own car now, and I just feel… free. The day I stopped seeing HIV as a death sentence and started seeing it as just a manageable condition, everything changed.

If you’re newly diagnosed and feeling scared, I get it. I was there too. But trust me when I say you will be okay. Take your meds, take care of yourself, and don’t let stigma control your life. You are still you, and you still deserve happiness, love, and success. Life goes on, and it can still be amazing. ❤️😊❤️