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I've watched myself say this about 100 times now. Something about seeing yourself say you're important is healing in an odd way.
If you or someone you know self-harms, then you probably already know why it happens and what it is related to.
I do not know you. I can not stop you from doing this. You know the risks. You know you shouldn't. But you don't need a stranger to tell you to stop.
Instead I would like to use my platform to educate you on how to deal with self-harm related wounds, should you need to take care of them.
Please call your country's emergency number should you find something you do not know how to deal with properly.
While I am in no position to tell you what or what not to do, here are some resources to look into, should you or a loved one struggle with self-harm.
https://findahelpline.com/
https://www.cheo.on.ca/en/resources-and-support/self-harm.aspx
https://twloha.com/find-help/help-by-topic/self-injury/
You matter.
You matter. You matter in ways big and small. You matter in ways you see every day and in ways you’ll never know.
Your impact on this world is immeasurably great and you matter more than you could ever truly know.
Keep going.
I feel like Transgender Day of Visability (March 31) is going to get overlooked this year considering the circumstances. I’d like every trans and nonbinary person who sees this to know I am proud of you for existing. Just because we’re in the middle of a pandemic doesn’t mean you were forgotten. :)
Always remember that you are important, you are love and you are care for! 💜
If it keeps you from killing yourself it's not stupid. This applies to anything btw.
As someone who’s aroace spec who does feel a bit of romantic attraction, here’s some older brother advice to any other aroace spec people who like romance but don’t feel the attraction a lot.
No butterflies in your stomach? That’s perfectly fine, yknow? At the end of the day, if your partner makes you feel at peace, safe, remembered, content, then your heart not racing when they’re around is not a big deal. If they kiss you and you don’t feel jittery, but you feel calm, happy, taken care of, then that’s love. Love doesn’t have to be ground breaking emotions and physical sensations, love can be wanting someone in your future forever, love can be falling asleep in someone’s arms, love can be many things, and the lack of typical physical sensations doesn’t mean you can’t love.
If you love your partner but they don’t give you butterflies, that’s okay. Butterflies mean nothing when compared to feeling secure, understood, loved, acknowledged, etc.
Love’s about wanting the best for someone and walking hand in hand to make it happen for you both. It’s about having someone who cares about you to come home to at the end of the day.
Anyways yeah i need sleep hope this is semi comprehensible
I just really want to hand out compliments to my fellow creators today. If you see this and could use one, please interact!
If my little compliment can shelter you from doubt, soothe your realities, or encourage you to put more art out in the world I'm elated to provide a moment of that, however fleeting.
On the topic, I'm looking to make more mutuals so I can help foster their works, and hopefully they will do the same for me! It's dark out there. Let's light each other up, huh?
This was inspired by crazy cae on YouTube as I just watched one of her mental health issue videos so I thought I might make a quick sketch to tell you to never give up
This.
Suicide prevention week
Look, not my normal post but this is important.
This month I lost someone I used to work with from suicide, and a friend of mines almost succeeded. 5 years ago my then best friend almost succeeded as well
You may think you don’t matter, you may think people will be happy without you but you’re wrong. I understand some people are in abusive situations where they are told they aren’t important, that they don’t matter. They’re lying to you. They may not care but other people you pass by, that person you have small talk with, someone cares
I have been there, I know how helpless you can feel, I understand. But I also know what it’s like to be on the other side, to see someone you care about come out of that. To know that they’re gone/you almost lost them to something you swear you could have stopped
If you are struggling I beg you to reach out, I am begging you. Please please please reach out. I know it’s hard, I know it’s scary, but you have to fight for yourself. Being alive is worth it please. Even if you have to find “stupid” things to keep going. I used my pets to push me through, that helped me personally to have someone to anchor myself to
If it is keeping you alive then it is not stupid
I know I’m rambling and no I’m not editing this. Please stay alive. Please
http://www.suicide.org/international-suicide-hotlines.html
https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/
https://www.opencounseling.com/suicide-hotlines
https://www.suicidestop.com/call_a_hotline.html
Reblog if you would be devastated if you found out one of your followers committed suicide.
Just to let you know
Please reblog, this is so important.
Remember to love yourself; no matter what anyone else think of you.
Do the things that you enjoy. Learn what interests you. Listen to YOUR needs.
Nurturing Mental Health: Taking Care of Our Well-Being
Shaina Tranquilino
September 23, 2023
It is crucial to prioritize our mental health. Just as we care for our physical well-being, nurturing our mental state is equally essential. Mental health encompasses our emotional, psychological, and social well-being, affecting how we think, feel, and act in various aspects of life. In this blog post, we will explore the significance of mental health and discuss practical ways to improve it.
Understanding the Importance of Mental Health:
Mental health plays a vital role in shaping our overall quality of life. A sound state of mind enables us to cope with stressors effectively, maintain healthy relationships, make wise decisions, and contribute productively to society. Conversely, neglecting our mental well-being can lead to various challenges such as anxiety disorders, depression, substance abuse issues, and even suicide.
Breaking Stigma Surrounding Mental Health:
One significant obstacle hindering progress in mental health care is the stigma attached to seeking help or discussing these issues openly. It is crucial that we break free from societal prejudices surrounding mental health by fostering an environment of acceptance and understanding. By encouraging open conversations about mental health without judgment or discrimination, we create a safe space where individuals can seek support without fear or shame.
Building Resilience through Self-Care:
Self-care is a fundamental aspect of maintaining good mental health. Engaging in activities that bring joy and relaxation can help reduce stress levels and foster resilience during challenging times. Prioritize self-care practices like regular exercise, healthy eating habits, sufficient sleep patterns, and engaging hobbies that provide a sense of fulfillment. Additionally, finding time for mindfulness exercises such as meditation or deep breathing techniques can significantly enhance emotional well-being.
Seeking Professional Support:
Just as we visit healthcare professionals for physical ailments, reaching out to qualified mental health professionals should be viewed similarly when facing emotional difficulties. Seeking therapy or counseling can provide valuable guidance and support, enabling us to navigate through life's challenges with confidence. Professional help is essential in managing mental health disorders effectively and developing coping mechanisms that promote long-term well-being.
Connecting Socially:
Human connections are crucial for maintaining good mental health. Cultivate healthy relationships with loved ones, friends, and colleagues by actively engaging in social activities, sharing experiences, and supporting each other. Isolation and loneliness are detrimental to mental well-being; therefore, fostering meaningful connections is key.
Reducing Stress Levels:
Managing stress levels effectively is pivotal for maintaining optimal mental health. Identify stress triggers in your life and develop strategies to minimize their impact. This may involve setting boundaries, practicing time management techniques, or learning relaxation exercises like yoga or deep breathing. Prioritizing stress reduction techniques will lead to a more balanced and calm state of mind.
Nurturing our mental health should be an ongoing priority in our lives. By understanding its importance, breaking stigma, practicing self-care, seeking professional help when needed, cultivating meaningful connections, and reducing stress levels, we can pave the way towards improved emotional well-being. Let us commit to making mental health a mainstream topic of conversation so that everyone feels comfortable addressing their needs while promoting compassion and understanding within society. Remember: it's okay not to be okay sometimes; what matters most is taking proactive steps towards nurturing our own mental health journey.
I try to do things that would make Mr Rogers proud
Love gets recycled.
To my anxiously attached people, that is me. The love that you poured into another individual will get recycled. You will love again. You will love again. The ache will get dull over time, I promise. If you went through a break-up recently and you were a very crafty person, trust that you will be able to go back to your crafts without thinking about them. One day you will actually stop thinking about them and trust me when I say this, it will feel so weird. It will be another type of ache but it is much better than the ache of heart break.
I don't know who wrote this. That's the whole point of the unsent project but I resonate with it so much. The person that changed my views on life, on love, on myself, her name starts with a G. The thing is I could lay here in my bed and keep typing and typing about her but I am not gonna do that.
There is a saying, where attention goes, energy flows. This person doesn't deserve my energy anymore. I genuinely wish her the best now but I will not allow myself to be consumed by someone who isn't mine anymore. I would like to think that some part of her is still mine, that maybe in the future we'll make it right and love again but truth is that is just my delusions talking.
To whoever is reading this right now, if you are hung up on someone, please know that at the end of the day all they are is a person, an individual, a human. We have 8 billons of those on this earth. I know that when we love someone, they become everything. They are everything to us but please remember that without your attention, that person isn't actually special. The only thing making them special is your fixation on them. If you wanna heal. Let that fixation go. Let those day dreams go. It sucks. But it works and it's worth it.
I don't believe that God has a physical form.
As a Muslim, we know that God doesn't have a physical form that we can see or touch yet. But while I lay here with a dull ache in my heart, I tried imagining being held in someone's arms. Something to soothe that ache. But then I got this image in my head. A warm blanket of light, of noor, being wrapped around me. I felt a warm feeling spread inside of my body.
That's the same feeling that I used to have whenever I prayed Tahajjud.
God will find a way back into your life and no matter what, you will always end up appreciating it.