Those Things You Hate About Yourself....

being in a public restroom and hearing someone shitting really loud

Person: hey, how are you?

Me: I’m okay, wbu?

Me internally: I’m not really okay. In fact I’m the farthest thing from okay. But I don’t want to say that I’m not okay bc then it’s going to be awkward. You’re going to question me and ask me what’s wrong and I’m not going to be able to tell you bc I don’t know what’s wrong. I feel this internal pain 24/7 and I can’t seem to find the source of it no matter what I do. When I’m not feeling numb I’m feeling like a nervous wreck and sometimes I rather kill my self on the spot then think about going out into public, being around people, or even being alone. And I can’t tell you I don’t know what’s wrong because that just sounds so stupid and like I can’t guess and say what’s wrong bc then if I do we end up having a pointless conversation of you trying to comfort me. Then not only do I have to hide my anxiety and depression while talking to you, but now I have to hide my anger that I have for no reason. So yes, I think it’s best if we just say we’re okay and hope for the best.

“I have no feeling for anything, I have no desire to live, I have no longer got the slightest energy, I seem to have no will-power left.”

— Honoré de Balzac, from a letter to Countess Hanska wr. c. October 1843

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mental health tips

{day 12 of #wilstudiesfeb}

for bad days

get some sunlight

workout

have a warm drink

sink into your hygge

create something, the world needs more creators

call someone and vent

watch some vine compilations

take a luxurious bath (or shower if they’re more your thing)

wear something comfortable

colour in a colouring book

doodle

scroll through some positive reminders on tumblr or pinterest

important ~ daily

make sure you’ve eaten in the last 6 - 8 hours

make sure you’re hydrated

how long have you been sitting still for? have a stretch.

set alarms for any medication that needs to be taken. seriously, it only takes a matter of seconds, and it’s better to be safe than sorry.

small things to do if life is going smoothly

meditate for 10 minutes

call a loved one

cook a nice breakfast

moisturise

brush your hair

smell something nice whether it’s a candle, bodyspray or a plant.

drink some more water

improve your posture

research what you can do to help the world

change your sheets

make your bed

open your windows, let some fresh air in

kiss your body, caress your body. love yourself.

delete conversations between people you no longer talk to.

reminders

“you are allowed to be proud of the little things you achieve; like becoming better in a video game, baking really good pancakes or just getting out of bed today - not everything you do has to be world changing” - @gentle-reminder

“Don’t ever do something simply because someone else forces you into it. At times, people may try to make you do things that you may not want to do. However, you must respect yourself and only contribute to what you feel comfortable with doing.” - @thepowerwithin

“There will be other tests. Other assignments. Other jobs. But there might not be another chance to dance with your sister on her wedding day. You may never get another opportunity to sing along to all your favourite songs at a concert. There are no guarantees. So, forget the test. Miss the assignment. Skip the work day. Life isn’t made by those things. It’s made by living. By experiencing and enjoying every thing we can while we’re still here.” - @ifthenightcouldtalk

“Respect yourself enough to walk away from anything that no longer serves you, grows you, or makes you happy.” - @psychofactz

I have so so so many more tips that I’d love to share, so perhaps I’ll make a part two next month aimed at a different audience, who knows? In the meantime feel free to ask me for advice or send me a message if you ever need anything! I’ll leave you with a sweet little meditation gif below :3

Much love xx -wil