" "see happiness everywhere"
for anyone with depression, anxiety or other mental health related struggles, or anyone who knows someone who is bravely facing one, you will know that happiness isn't exactly a "choice". we cannot just "choose" to be happy; most of the time these sorts of troubles are founded by chemical or hormonal inbalances. HOWEVER - as someone who has been through the struggle of depression for years and has come out the other side only stronger and more courageous from it, I can share a little personal experience and say that you DO control your attitude.. and this schnazzy little but of knowledge is what helped me to regain strength, happiness and life. it's okay to be upset. it's human. but psychologically, sadness only lasts for 12 minutes - anything more than that and it is self inflicted.. because you think you "deserve" the hate, negativity, shame and guilt. you don't. no one does. it's okay to be happy too.. and I promise you that if you begin looking for happiness rather than focussing on finding negativity in your life - then you are already more than half way, as accepting you have been self shaming/harming/negatively talking or thinking is the hardest bit; recognizing and deciding to change. find things that give you a little bit of internal glow; cuddling animals, cuddling humans (note: hugs over 20 seconds release oxytocin - a hormone released by the hypothalamus that gives us a sense of "closeness" and "joy".. we should all hug longer), sunrises, sunsets, long walks, diving beneath the waves, singing, dancing, flowers, whispy clouds, rain on your skin, fresh sheets, curling your hair, making someone else smile, investing in a new pair of joggers for motivation, a melodic song, an engaging book, a friendly smile.. anything that makes you feel joyous - the feeling if grinning on the inside; or instills some hope and positivity. anything that makes you feel good - DO IT! "seek happiness everywhere" and you will begin to find it everywhere.. ☀️" Can't remember where I found this but I thought that it said a lot...
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About MeI'm Sophie and OCD plays quite a large part in my life even though I don't have it, my sister does. I want to share the resources that helped me and my family get through and most of all raise awareness for those struggling. Archives
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