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    Don't pospone your own peace

    It's so easy to say to ourselves that if only a particular person wasn't bothering us, then and ONLY then would we be happy. And while this certainly does make a lot of sense, there, unfortunately, will always be a person, a problem, or a circumstance that is challenging us. Don't postpone your own peace just because there are problems in this world. If you wait for everything to be just right before you give yourself permission to love yourself or find peace, you will be waiting your entire life. I know you're going through a lot, we all are, but who has the courage to let themselves find peace right now and ultimately love themselves, right now?

    ~ Thanks to all. Thanks for all. ~

    Speaking of thanks for all, I was hoping we could acknowledge everyone who comments below. I know it seems like a small gesture, but many people here have never opened up to anyone before and being open and honest with strangers can be quite scary. So, if we could show our gratitude by giving their comment a simple reply or heart, I’m sure they would really appreciate your team support. What do you say?

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

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    "Healthcare System"

    Trying to navigate through the "healthcare system" is impossible. It's designed to harm older people, people with disabilities, people without resources, etc. Just figuring out what the system provides is nearly impossible. The whole thing is in place to help people with certain means and abilities to get basic coverage, while punishing others. What if you have no family, friends, or an advocate to help? The complexities are impossible. It's giving me anxiety. How has the "system" (wherever you live) been difficult for you?

    #ChronicIllness #ChronicPain #InvisibleIllness #RareDisease #MightyTogether #Anxiety #Depression #MentalHealth #Dementia #Disability #MedicalProfessionals

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    How can someone else support you when you feel stressed?

    Support can be a game-changer in times of stress. What we feel is too much to handle alone can be a totally different experience when someone else is helping out.

    If you were in a tough situation and felt stressed, what are some things others can do to support you?

    Mighty staffer Nina says that when she feels stressed, someone simply checking in and offering her favorite snack can help her to take a moment to herself to gain some energy to keep moving forward.

    Friendly reminder: It’s OK to ask for help, especially when you feel overwhelmed and burned out.

    #52SmallThings #CheckInWithMe #Selfcare #MentalHealth #Disability #ChronicIllness #ChronicPain #RareDisease #Anxiety #Depression

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    TRUE or FALSE: I believe happiness is a choice.

    This is a controversial topic, we know — but it can spark interesting conversation. Happiness is a fickle thing that can impacted by things like depression, mental illness, mania, suicidal ideation, loneliness, financial circumstances, physical pain, and brain chemistry… just to name a few.

    Do you believe it’s something you can choose? Or no? Why?

    #MightyMinute #CheckInWithMe #Depression #Selfharm #Suicide #Anxiety #MentalHealth #ChronicPain #ChronicIllness #Disability #RareDisease #Parenting

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    When was your last "normal" day?

    Living with a chronic health condition can mean redefining and reflecting on your ideas of normalcy. From those days where your symptoms seem overbearing, to the days where you're feeling "good" and ready to tackle what the days brings, normal can be relative, flexible, or even a distant memory.

    When do you feel like your last "normal" day was?

    📚 If you need something to read today, check out Syrena Clark's story here:
    themighty.com/topic/schizoaffective-disorder/looking-back-li...

    #ChronicPain #ChronicIllness #MentalHealth #Disability #Caregiving #RareDisease #Migraine #Stroke #CardiovascularDisease #AutonomicDysfunction #PosturalOrthostaticTachycardiaSyndrome #Spoonie #Lupus #Endometriosis #Hospital #Cancer #Anxiety #PTSD #CheckInWithMe

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