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🎯 Anxiety Is a Message—Here’s How to Listen

Most people try to escape anxiety… but what if it’s actually trying to teach you something?

Your mind might be sending a signal—maybe you’re unprepared, in the wrong environment, or too focused on what others think.

Instead of pushing it away, pause and listen.

Anxiety can guide growth—if you let it. 💭💡

🎥 Watch the full video to learn more about how to do this by clicking on one of the links below:

www.instagram.com/thomas_of_copenhagen

www.tiktok.com/@thomas_of_copenhagen

~ Thanks to all. Thanks for all. ~

#MentalHealth #MentalHealth #Depression #Anxiety #BipolarDisorder #BorderlinePersonalityDisorder #Addiction #dissociativedisorders #ObsessiveCompulsiveDisorder #ADHD #Fibromyalgia #EhlersDanlosSyndrome #PTSD #Cancer #RareDisease #Disability #Autism #Diabetes #EatingDisorders #ChronicIllness #ChronicPain #RheumatoidArthritis #Suicide #MightyTogether

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Love in your life

It’s completely natural and deeply human to want love and connection. But the real growth comes when you learn to honor that need without abandoning yourself to meet it. If you find yourself constantly proving your worth, chasing validation, or shrinking just to keep someone close, pause and ask: Is this love costing me my peace?

Instead, shift the focus inward. Practice showing yourself the love you’re seeking. Strengthen your boundaries. Build your self-worth from the inside out. That way, when love arrives, it won’t be something you beg for—it’ll be something you recognize as aligned.

You deserve relationships where you’re celebrated, not tolerated. Start by treating yourself that way first.

Who or what do you need to let go of to make room for that kind of love?

~ Thanks to all. Thanks for all. ~

#MentalHealth #MentalHealth #Depression #Anxiety #BipolarDisorder #BorderlinePersonalityDisorder #Addiction #dissociativedisorders #ObsessiveCompulsiveDisorder #ADHD #Fibromyalgia #EhlersDanlosSyndrome #PTSD #Cancer #RareDisease #Disability #Autism #Diabetes #EatingDisorders #ChronicIllness #ChronicPain #RheumatoidArthritis #Suicide #MightyTogether

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Tip Tuesday 💡

This is a fantastic reminder (one I often need myself) that fear isn't always a sign to stop 🛑. Sometimes, it's just a reminder that change can be hard & uncomfortable.

How can this reminder help you today?
#PTSD #MentalHealth #BipolarDisorder #BipolarDepression #Addiction #Anxiety #ChronicFatigueSyndrome #Lupus #Schizophrenia #AutismSpectrumDisorder #ADHD #AnorexiaNervosa

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Your Mental Health Comes First—Here’s Why That’s Not Selfish

We’ve all heard it on airplanes: “Put your own mask on before helping others.”
But how often do we actually apply that to our everyday lives?

In this short video, I break down why prioritizing your own mental health isn’t selfish—it’s essential. If you're feeling depleted from constantly helping others, this is your reminder: you can’t pour from an empty cup.

Say no when you need to. Rest when you're tired. Heal yourself before you try to save the world.

🎥 Watch the full video to learn more about how to do this by clicking on one of the links below:

www.instagram.com/thomas_of_copenhagen

www.tiktok.com/@thomas_of_copenhagen

~ Thanks to all. Thanks for all. ~

#MentalHealth #MentalHealth #Depression #Anxiety #BipolarDisorder #BorderlinePersonalityDisorder #Addiction #dissociativedisorders #ObsessiveCompulsiveDisorder #ADHD #Fibromyalgia #EhlersDanlosSyndrome #PTSD #Cancer #RareDisease #Disability #Autism #Diabetes #EatingDisorders #ChronicIllness #ChronicPain #RheumatoidArthritis #Suicide #MightyTogether

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The Picture on the Shelf

As we wake up this morning, most children and young adults celebrate by saying “Happy Fathers Day” to their Dads and celebrating the day with them. As I walk by the shelf with the picture of my Dad, All I can do is walk with the memories. Looking back, I was a hard kid and teenager to raise and he felt the frustration of dealing and trying to raise me. He did his best that he knew of but I didn’t. It wasn’t until I grew up and had kids that I finally realized. I understand some of you had severe traumatic abuse and can never forgive which is understandable. For me, looking back it was both of us. He didn’t understand my generation and I didn’t understand pretty much anything but surfing and partying. How I wish I had that chance again ! On March 10th 2018 while taking his 90 year old neighbor to the grocery store, He was hit head on by a young ex marine who was addicted to OxyContin driving a lifted GMC full sized 4 x4 at 90 mph and still accelerating in a school zone. My dad was driving a small Chevy SUV at 15 mph. My Dads injuries were to numerous and severe that he had no chance to survive. The kid that hit him ran and checked himself into a VA addiction hospital before the police could arrest him. ( He still had 1 other DUI case that hadn’t gone before the judge yet). He checked himself out a day early and went home and overdosed on OxyContin and died at 25 years old. Yes, we forgave him but will never forget him. I hope my Dad hears my words Dad, I love you and miss you and you were one hell of a great Dad! Guys and Gals, Don’t let yourself learn like I did , talking to a picture. Talk to your Dad and tell him what he means to you ! Dad, Happy Fathers Day !…….David

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I’m new here!

> Hi, I’m Megan 👋

I live with MDD, CPTSD, anxiety, addiction and a deep fear of abandonment that has followed me from childhood. Some days I’m in survival mode, and others I feel a spark of hope poking through the fog.
I’ve been on a long mental health journey and I’m still learning how to feel safe in my own mind and body and trust & love myself.
I also have a big love for astrology—discovering my birth chart (Sagittarius sun, Taurus moon, Capricorn rising) helped me understand myself on a deeper level and gave me some language for emotions I didn’t know how to explain before.
I joined The Mighty to remind myself I'm not alone. If you’re working through similar stuff, feel free to say hi 💛

#MightyTogether #Anxiety #Depression #PTSD

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Does this affect you?

I have schizo-affective disorder, PTSD, Anxiety, T1D, and addiction. Has anyone had a bad reaction to pot? I have been sober for 1,560 days over four years from hard drugs, but I rationalize the usage of pot because it is not a hard drug and it is better than my old drug of choice which was speed yet pot and I don't mix well, yet I can't seem to quit and it is increasing my mental health symptoms...any thoughts on this?

#SchizoaffectiveDisorder #PTSD #Anxiety #Diabetes #Addiction #MentalHealth

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