Loneliness

Hi everyone. I'm lonely & life's hard. Y'all look kind. I need kind. #BPD #PTSD

Or Childhood I Must've Done Something Good, Hi how was Yours? CONCERNED about Flight or Fight Genre, Quite Scared. I DO Something When my Heart is Lonely, Asheley It's go fer a Hike, Geesh, Well anyways Thank you Gods n Greeks n Lords n Ladies n Penny Lanes n Celts, n Cooks n Flirts, n Parents n Kids, n Sad n Happy n Blue n Folj Rock Gods n Harvest n The Moon n Angels n their Eyes n Selves n Shaddows, n how may I correct my path, it's been such an honour I'm a Young Old Person with Only a Dream, Then there's Friends I've Never Met They Hold Themselves or We Hold Ourselves Inside a Dream, I Don't Know, Love Love Love, We meet all over the place n why do I still have 2 pies a too sweet cheesecake Chocolate Excelence Cookies, to tired to make a campfire, may you take over, and incredibly Honoured, are we 2 somethings too far, it's a weird theory I have some others, theory theory theory, love, song poem song lyric tired, n yes good friends we've had good friends we've lost along the way, hi

I noticed something had changed with one of my closest friends. They were quieter than usual, stopped joining our conversations, and often seemed tired. Whenever I asked if everything was okay, they smiled and said, “I'm fine.” But I had a feeling they were dealing with more than they wanted to share.

At first, I tried to help by offering advice. I suggested taking breaks, getting more rest, and finding ways to reduce stress. I genuinely wanted to make things better, but I eventually realized that I couldn't solve every problem my friend was facing. Sometimes, people struggling with their mental health don't need advice. They need someone who will listen without judgment.

One afternoon, I decided to do something different. Instead of asking another serious question, I sent my friend a silly message that matched their sense of humor. I wasn't expecting anything extraordinary. I simply wanted to give them a reason to smile.

To my surprise, they responded with a laughing message and sent a joke back. We spent the next few minutes sharing funny things, just like we used to. Their problems hadn't disappeared, but our conversation felt lighter. For a little while, we were simply two friends enjoying each other's company.

That moment changed how I understood emotional support. I realized that checking on someone doesn't always have to begin with a serious conversation. Sometimes, a small gesture can help someone feel connected without pressuring them to explain what they're going through.

After that, I started paying more attention to the little things my friend enjoyed. I noticed the jokes they liked and the unusual things that made them laugh. While browsing online for quirky gifts and funny products, I came across a well-known gift platform for example, ThingsFromMars. Some of the unusual finds made me smile, and I thought about how sharing something ridiculous with a friend could become a small but memorable moment.

Of course, I learned that humor isn't the answer to every difficult situation. Someone experiencing anxiety, depression, loneliness, or emotional exhaustion might appreciate a laugh, but they might also need a quiet conversation or simply someone willing to listen. What matters is understanding the person rather than assuming everyone copes with stress in the same way.

I also learned that telling someone to cheer up can make them feel misunderstood. Genuine mental health support means respecting their feelings, checking in regularly, and allowing them to speak when they're ready. If someone continues to struggle or finds everyday life difficult to manage, professional support may also be important.

Looking back, I don't believe one funny message changed my friend's life. Laughter cannot cure mental health conditions, and I never want to suggest otherwise. But that small exchange reminded me that kindness doesn't always require perfect words or grand gestures.

Sometimes, supporting a friend means listening. Sometimes, it means giving them space. And sometimes, it means sharing something silly that makes them smile.

I've learned that we cannot always remove another person's struggles, but we can help them feel less alone. Sometimes, that simple reminder is where meaningful support begins.

#MentalHealth #Depression #Anxiety

I struggle with being alone sometimes.
Even when I’m not fully alone.
Even when there’s people around me.
I sometimes feel like I’m a failure because I cannot get a job
I tie my self worth with having a job
And since I don’t have one
Well I feel like I serve no purpose
But ofc I don’t truly believe that but sometimes it does seem like that
I’ve been trying to snap myself out of it
But everytime I try— and I try so hard.
Everytime I think “this job is gonna be the one that will be with me through my college years” and I do so good in the interviews. I seem to impress the hiring manager and I start to believe I got it, that I got the job, only to get an email of rejection.
And my self worth becomes questionable.

Anger is the Monster you see but what's hiding underneath?
Worry, hurt, fear, overwhelm, embarrassment, disappointment, jealousy, frustration

Every behavior is a message

Anger is often a secondary emotion.
Anger is a real & valid emotion, but many times it's not the true feeling underneath.
It can show up when other feelings feel to big, confusing, or hard to express
When we look underneath the anger, we can better understand, support, & help kids find healthier ways to what they're feeling
I might look angry but there's more to my story. What you're seeing is often just the tip of the iceberg.

Anger Monster Warning Signs
1 Tight muscles----clenched fists, tense body, or stiff shoulders
2 Fast heartbeat----heart feels like it's racing
3 Tummy troubles----upset stomach or "butterflies"
4 Hot face----face feels warm or looks red
5 Racing thoughts----"I can't stop thinking about it!"
6 Louder Voice-----voice gets louder or more demanding
7 Urge to move-----wanting to stomp, yell, throw, or run away

Awareness is the first step to taming the Angry Monster.............Noticing these signs early gives us a chance to use a strategy BEFORE the Anger Monster takes over.

What is Your Anger Monster Trying to Tell You?
Anger is often a clue that a deeper feeling is hiding underneath.........Behavior is communication

Hurt-----"I feel hurt & don't know how to say it"
Overwhelm----"There is just to much happening right now"
Worry-----"I feel nervous or scared about something"
Disappointment----"Things didn't go the way I hoped"
Frustration----"This is hard & I feel stuck"
Insecurity----"I feel unsure or like I'm not good enough"
Jealousy-----"I want what someone else has & it's hard"
Loneliness----"I want to feel included, connected, or noticed"
Embarrassment----"I feel uncomfortable or like I made a mistake"
Tiredness----"I'm exhausted & I don't have the energy I need"