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Your thoughts don’t define you.

Your thoughts don’t define you. Neither do your emotions or your past experiences.

They come and go, and sometimes they’re heavy. But underneath them all, there’s you. The part of you that notices, chooses, and keeps going.

When you start seeing your thoughts as just thoughts, they lose their power. They’re not facts. They’re not destiny. They’re just passing through.

You are not the noise in your head. You are the one strong enough to witness it and keep moving forward.

What’s one thought you’ve learned to stop believing?

Also, if you're going through a tough time right now, I want you to know that I post daily mental health videos about how I recovered from depression and suicide back when I was a teen. So if you or anyone you know is struggling with these issues and wants help, click on one of the links below or write me if you have any questions:

www.instagram.com/thomas_of_copenhagen

www.tiktok.com/@thomas_of_copenhagen

#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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Tell us about the best adventure you’ve ever been on.

Happy Monday, Mighties!

This week we'll be delving into the world of adventure! 🧭

Let's start by sharing what you feel is the best adventure you've ever been on. This adventure doesn't only have to be traveling or going on vacation, it can also be your career, being a parent, getting a degree, moving, or even embarking on your healing or health journey.

Mighty staffer @sparklywartanks shared that the best adventure she's ever been on is learning how to love herself better.

Share yours with us in the comments below! ⬇️

#52SmallThings #CheckInWithMe #Selfcare #MentalHealth #Disability #ChronicIllness #ChronicPain #RareDisease #Anxiety #Depression
#Autism #Parenting #PTSD #BorderlinePersonalityDisorder #BipolarDisorder #Fibromyalgia #Lupus #MultipleSclerosis #Migraine #Spoonie

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Don't remember what my body looked like

I was never one for vanity trying to look my best for the world around me. I do wear clean clothes and shower daily hygiene being the goal. Now my hands and feet are contorting as my muscle disease attacks the intrinsic muscles as well. I don't like the way my foot is shrinking and my toes point in different directions and I'm sad because I don't remember what it used to look like. Deformity that effects your daily tasks and activity is disheartening I don't even remember what my hands look like.##ChronicIllness #ChronicPain #OCD #MDD #DegenerativeDiscDisease #Anxiety #PeripheralNeuropathy #Disabled #RareDisease

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Every sunrise is proof you get another chance.

Every morning is a reset.

Your mind will drag yesterday into today. It will replay mistakes, regrets, and worries, convincing you that nothing can change. But that isn’t true.

The past only has power if you keep carrying it. The truth is, you are born again every morning with another chance to choose differently, to start fresh, to live the life you actually want.

Don’t waste today replaying yesterday. Use today to create tomorrow.

What’s one thing you want to focus on today?

Also, if you're going through a tough time right now, I want you to know that I post daily mental health videos about how I recovered from depression and suicide back when I was a teen. So if you or anyone you know is struggling with these issues and wants help, click on one of the links below or write me if you have any questions:

www.instagram.com/thomas_of_copenhagen

www.tiktok.com/@thomas_of_copenhagen

#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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My best friend

I went to the vet yesterday and my 13yr old dog Mayak had a panic attack when they took him in the other room. He already has breathing issues and a carcinoma in his neck so we did X-ray again and looks like the cancer isn't spreading but his larynx paralysis is giving him trouble. They had to put him on oxygen and they gave him a sedative and he looked terrible he couldn't walk so I carried him to the truck. It was breaking my heart seeing him like that I finally got home yesterday and now he is resting fine. It's a rare bond between chronically ill people and there pets this dog has been with me through seven surgeries and I can't imagine life without him 💙#Anxiety #OCD #RareDisease #MuscularDystrophy #ChronicPain #MajorDepressiveDisorder #PeripheralNeuropathy

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TRUE or FALSE: I prefer in-person appointments with my doctor.

When looking for a new doctor or regularly seeing your current one, several factors determine whether they’re a good fit. One of those factors is how you attend your appointments. For some, in-person visits feel more personal and avoid potential technical issues. For others, telehealth or phone appointments may be more convenient due to accessibility, distance, or scheduling needs.

What about you? Do you prefer in-person appointments, or does it depend on the doctor or reason for the visit?

Share your thoughts below! 👩‍⚕️

#MightyMinute #CheckInWithMe #ChronicPain #ChronicIllness #Disability #RareDisease #MentalHealth #Anxiety #Autism #Parenting #PTSD #BorderlinePersonalityDisorder #BipolarDisorder #ObsessiveCompulsiveDisorder #EatingDisorders #Depression #Fibromyalgia #Lupus #MultipleSclerosis #Migraine #Spoonie

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Write yourself a motivational message for the weekend ahead.

Mighties, it's already Friday! 😲 For this week's last self-care challenge we'll be writing ourselves motivational messages for the weekend ahead. 😌

Here’s Mighty staffer @sparklywartanks motivational message:
"You're doing an amazing job navigating all the unexpected changes over the past couple of weeks. Good things are coming your way. Keep going—no need to worry!"

Drop yours below! 💌

#52SmallThings #CheckInWithMe #Selfcare #MentalHealth #Disability #ChronicIllness #ChronicPain #RareDisease #Anxiety #Depression
#Autism #Parenting #PTSD #BorderlinePersonalityDisorder #BipolarDisorder #Fibromyalgia #Lupus #MultipleSclerosis #Migraine #Spoonie

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