Thank you for mentioning how you feel about people saying that they admire your smile when things aren’t going well. I’m grateful that you clarified that it is a coping mechanism and that the compliment is a social norm for brushing away mental pain and fatigue. It never occurred to me to think of it that way. This provides much food for thought.
I feel that my boyfriend just got out of prison for drugs after a year and a half... he was out less than 3 weeks... and overdosed and died in his mother's arms on mother's day weekend, almost my whole family has died since April 2019 when my mom overdosed and died in my arms... watercolor has been the greatest outlet for me or any art really.. I don't have to be great I just want it to be fun. I really don't have anyone left.. except my dog Thapnk God Almighty he is my rock the reason I haven't given up. It's amazing how helpful it can be to just be needed and relied upon. It's just enough motivation to not give up.Dogs are way more needy than cats so I would urge anyone to go and adopt a pup in need and see it change their life 11:58
Thank you for bravely sharing your story. Life sucks quite a bit at times. I hope your fortune changes to the better. Wishing you a lovely life 💝. Say hi to your doggie 😊.
I once had a therapist tell me to treat “should” like a bad word and to question where the idea comes from. To me, a long time subscriber, the videos you SHOULD be making are the ones that heal you and that you enjoy right now. The other stuff can wait 😊
I try to change "should" to "could." That seems to give me some power in the choice of action. Oh, and I find it relieves a lot of guilt for me as I've given myself permission to not do something I don't really want to do at that moment.
Those who can move on "stronger" from trauma normally are those who have the support and resources to heal and grow from setbacks. When you're already at your limit due to other consistent microtraumas (especially medical ones) those resources are being spent on the daily just dealing with life. Never feel you are lesser for not being able to "bounce back" from things. Everyone heals and recovers are different rates and so much of it has to do with how much of a load you were already carrying rather than anything intrinsic. Sometimes, just putting one foot in front of the other to keep moving takes all you've got left. That you were able to pull off a move in such a short time is incredible. And more and more workplaces are offering temporary disability, which can be used for mental health reasons as well. Makes me think maybe getting a predictable income job might be doable in the future...
Thank you for being vulnerable & speaking about your own struggles! I struggle daily w depression, chronic pain & now in end stage kidney failure and sending love out & not all events have any silver lining. Ty & we hang in there by painting!
I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers. I also struggle with daily anxiety, chronic pain and chronic illness. Know there are people out there like you thinking about you. Gentle hugs
Surviving a flood and a snowstorm is laudable. Praying for the ceasing of catastrophes and you to fully heal. I am so sorry it feels like one battle after another. You are loved and supported, D.
I’m so sorry Denise. I suffer chronic pain and it is hard for people who don’t have chronic pain. I feel it is easy to find people to be dismissive when they cannot relate to you. Sometimes it is all you can say I’m breathing. I wish you pain easement, good fortune, and the best future anyone has ever experienced. Be safe out there.
I always enjoy this kind of video and wish they did better so you'd feel free to make more of them. I'm also self-employed and can empathize with the challenges. I deal with so much guilt any time I take time "off", but it's also incredibly unhealthy to spend most of my waking hours engaged with my job in one way or another. I've been feeling extremely overwhelmed lately and finally just shut off work for a bit. I'm doing the bare minimum and trusting that it's *okay* to take some time off to focus on resting and healing. I'm also not thankful for any of my trauma (or chronic illness), but so grateful for the handful of friends who have supported me through tough times.
I am by no means glad that you are struggling but I am so very grateful you chose to share that struggle. If there’s anything that those of us need who suffer from depression and anxiety it’s to feel less alone. I see you. I hear you. And I’m so sorry you’re having such a hard time.
I hear your pain. I'm sorry for your pain. Thank you for telling us about this. Hearing other's stories helps me to be kinder (I try!) Sometimes it's hard to know when something meant as a compliment is actually received as an insensitive comment. I want you to know you a treasured member of the painting community.
Thank you for this video. I have been going through similar depression and it is so nice to "know" someone who is dealing with things, too. The painting is so poignant and beautiful, and I hope it represents the truth for both you and I. Take good care, Denise. Love you much.
I remember when I was going through my lowest moments. When I smiled, it was out of spite against all the things that were going against me. On the inside however, I was constantly brimming with anger when I usually never get angry. I felt like I couldn't properly talk about my issues because I didn't really know anyone who experienced the same as me. So the whole "oh you're so admirable for smiling through it all" and your sentiments on it are very recognisable. Anyway, thank you for this video. It's a lovely art piece and calming to watch and listen to. I'm sorry you have to deal with all this, it must be exhausting. Especially with the struggle of being self-employed and having little to no safety net. You deserve a break from everything, even while it's hard to get. Much love and wishing you calm and a safe space to recover ❤️❤️
Thank you for showing up today Denise, one baby step at the time, you'll come through this event. You have all my respect, compassion. take care of yourself
I'll just send you a virtual hug and thank you for sharing... This video resonates so much with me, I can't put it into words... Thank you for sharing ❤
Hey Denise, we all going through something and others think theirs is more a bigger problem than yours. I learnt that the hard way. Do what you love and you don't need to show to everyone and prove your worth. Hope you feel better soon. Love from South Africa
Hi Denise, I wish I could help you with all you have to cope with…. It’s no exaggeration when I say RU-vid saved my life, thanks to you and your fellow artists 💕 long story. Just want to say thank you 🤗
thank you for opening up and bringing such a warm evironment surrounding these topics. the painting is absolutely beautiful. i really do hope life would bring all of us a bright turn 🫶🏼
Yaaay...to chatty painting videos.. We all need it... Sometimes more, sometimes less .. But we all need it.. Sending you my love ❤ I relate to what you speak about and more so as my pet dog and soulmate doggy Tenzin passed away once i moved house.. My CPTSD soared, after all that once i contracted Covid and still have long Covid issues ( much better) and at some point i thought i may just expire... Watercolor is my great saviour and i rediscovered it sheerly by serendipity.. And then i feel, we have a Higher power taking care of us somehow! Thanks you for speaking about it...yes its a coping mechanism for us in many ways and its not always what it seems on the outside ..❤❤❤
Humor is my defense mechanism. People always say what they like most about me is I make them laugh. But like most clowns I am usually crying on the inside. 2023 has been a horrific year for me & I think this time I have finally hit a stonewall. Too much painful loss & fear for the future, Know my heart is with you. I admire your perseverance. You have inspired me to try to move forward. ❤🧡💛💚💙💜
This year has been awful for so many people I know. I'm sorry that it's affecting you as well. Sending you some healing vibes for a better day to come.
Can relate to challeging times= months. I feel ya! Just struggling thru life right now. Perserverence isnt my strong suit, but each day passes. Searching for the will to paint again. Thank you for this video I related completely, sending good vibes to all.
Thank you for sharing this with us, Denise. This is the kind of honesty and vulnerability we need to see more of on YT. I felt seen and I hold a space for you too. ❤
we'll be here for you, cause you're here for us too 💜the algorithm may not prefer this video but it's more than just a beautiful and emotional painting, it's also making a space for people to feel seen and supported and that's so important and needed
I appreciate these types of videos. I also really appreciate your transparency. Social media tends to paint beautiful pictures of people’s lives leaving many to think there is something wrong with them because they don’t have that. Meanwhile they don’t see the upheaval in influencers and media makers lives. Honesty is important.
Hi! I normally don't comment often but what you said really spoke to me. It's just so hard being sucked in some kind of drain year after year with nothing positive happening. I feel like this has been my life since the pandemic and nothing I try truly brings me success, it's a huge downward spiral and I don't know when it stops. I really, really, really related to everything you said. Honestly, it's so hard. Just wanted to reach out from another part of the world and tell you that you're not alone so this thought is what's making me feel better, and I hope that you will still see happier days in the future despite all the struggles you've been through!
thank you so much for this. I hope the world remembers to show compassion sometime soon, and you are doing great work by discussing mental health struggles. I hope things go better for you, truly
I totally get it. It’s hard when your going through a lot. I’m sure your going to get through this. I also suffer ptsd it’s hard sometimes to get motivated and stressed. I am a survivor of domestic violence and I have really bad days sometimes. Hang in there I keep telling myself it will get better. Please hang in your not alone. Thanks for sharing
Thank you for this open honesty,can so relate to and empathise to what you shared with us.I live with long term mental health issues too,and a its true sometimes a smile really can be a mask.hope you can find a way through all of this and find new inspiration,sending healing thoughts.(matt)p.s as artists we are blessed that in some way our can be a part of our getting back to the surface.we need to give ourselves the time out and time away to negotiate a path through any trauma,it's never easy,but I remind myself of that possibility of a light st the end of tunnel,I know that's a cliche,but it does motivate me to reach that point of resolution,I hope this happens for you too.(matt)
thank you , denise, for sharing so much of your heart with us all .. sending virtual support , caring and hope for the morning to come .. i always think about the mornings and everything kind of recalibrates for me.. hope it does for you, too ❤❤❤
You've been through a lot and that takes its toll. I always rephrased that hated cliche of 'what doesn't kill you makes you stronger' to 'what doesn't kill me makes me more neurotic' which seems more realistic. My lack of success in the art world weighs me down periodically, but I keep at it. Why? Because art is something I love and it's sometimes therapeutic (plus I don't rely on it for my income), so I keep on with it. World events such as mass shootings, war, animal abuse and the intensely divided US also weighs heavily. Hope things turn around for you (and all of us) with brighter days ahead.
Thank you so much for sharing your thoughts and talent with us. You sound a lot like my partener. We both make our living from our business and have for the past 15+ years and also see the hardships that have come to us all. Even though we live in Nova Scotia, Canada, I come from Chicago so I have ties to both countries. I tend to be the positive one of the two of us, but I have felt flat these past several months because of the 'state of the world'. (I will call it that and leave it at that.) I just want you to know that you aren't alone in your feelings and that we do really and truly care. I find that what helps most is taking care of YOU first. It isn't easy, but as you know, you can't force creativity. if you feel you must post here, post the swatches. I love swatching when I am not feeling creative. I hope you feel better soon. I had water damage (major) when I lived in Chicago and the anxiety does follow you for a long, long time. Much care to you, Denese. We are cheering for you.
Thank you, Denise. Keeping brain health ("mental" health has such a stigma) as an open conversation is critical. Did you know that the philosopher, Friedrich Nietzsche penned the phrase, "that which does not kill you makes you stronger" lost his grip on reality and died in a "mental hospital" (as such in his day)? The phrase is such a platitude. Empathy. Yes. Much more of that.
Thank you for sharing. I think the world feels heavy for a lot of us right now and to have the flood to deal with on top of that must be overwhelming. I hope the sharing and the painting (which is beautiful) helped. I also hope that sunny lighter days are just around the corner for you.
I'm so sorry about your emergency move. We are moving in two weeks and I have been going out of my mind with stress even though we had a generous timeline and enough money to do it. It's completely understandable that you have PTSD from that first move. My first move ever was also full of trauma, and I still dream about it, even though it happened 15 years ago. Thank you for talking about your feelings and experiences. I know it's a pretty vulnerable thing to do, especially since so many people are acting as if the pandemic didn't happen. It was (and still is) traumatic as hell and people are really afraid of sitting with those feelings. It's important and healthy to do so, even if it is uncomfortable. I am grateful to have a chosen family and a therapist who I can talk to about this. I wish everyone had that same support structure. You're absolutely right, sometimes bad things just happen and it just sucks. And knowing that has been a lot more helpful to me than trying to find some kind of meaning in it all. I have so much empathy for your situation. I know we don't know each other very well, but I think you are cool and kind and I love that you care about things so much. I am hoping that the many people I see here in the comments expressing their support, including myself, is encouraging to you. Feel free to reach out any time.
Thank you for sharing your struggles. Thank you for reminding me to reach out to others who may be struggling. Sometimes the best thing to do is just listen. Drawing has been a solace to me too. The most interesting art comes from the heart and soul. I'm new to you and hadn't seen the previous painting. To me this painting represents light at the end of a tunnel. Beautiful art from a beautiful soul 🙏🥰
@@InLiquidColor it was so nice to watch ❤️ you’ve grown so well in it and it’s a testament to how your craft grows as you grow and change even if you don’t feel like you can spend as many spoons on it
toxic positivity - I hadn't really thought about it that way, but can totally see it now you mention it. I'm sorry you've been going through such nasty life events that were outside of your control, and I'm not surprised you've not been feeling creative. Hopefully those external factors will be behind you now - onward to the sunny uplands we go! 🤞
I am so sorry. I can't even imagine watching water just piling up in my house. It happened in the basement before, where we store a lot of things and water just kept coming and coming and it was terrifying! I can't even imagine if it had been the rest of my house! Moving takes a toll on us. . I don't care what anyone says. It's hard. Period. I'm glad you are finally getting settled in. I can so relate with the depression part of things. I fought so hard to get to where I was and the last few months... It's almost like I lost my footing and tumbled even further down than I used to be. I guess kind of like a drug relapse. You know how they say when you relapse you pick up right where you left off if not worse? Just like that. I struggle. A lot. I'm just trying to be as patient as I can with myself. I'm taking my time to truly feel better instead of pretending. I will keep you in my thoughts Denise Be kind to yourself. We re in this together.
Damn that sounds like a proper sucky situation to start with, nevermind adding the ptsd, pff. Sorry you gotta deal with all that, hope stuff gets a bit better soon 💞. Depression sucks a lot (doesn't really cover it, but yeah). I like your art a lot, the spiral that's isolated, but also the encroaching darkness around. And then the escape from it.. that's really good.
One of my favorite mémoire is called “resilience is futile” and Julie often says we need to stop telling people that they hard times to get strong and instead try with social programs to remove barriers so people have access to more help and less hard times.
Commenting to help with the algorithm gods. I really appreciated this. I've been deep in the depression lately, too. My therapist has recommended that I paint my feelings, but I haven't figured out a method that feels authentic. The left side of this piece is definitely speaking to me.
Thank you for sharing. I've been subscribed for years, and have never painted nor been into art, but I've never missed a video. Something about your voice is very calming and your artwork is always beautiful.
We could talk for hours about putting on a happy face and trying to at least look ok even when we're not...so many layers. Even if it's a coping mechanism, all coping mechanisms are learned skills. It is worthy of admiration when anyone finds something that helps them keep going when they want to stop. It doesn't mean you're ok or you don't need help, but you're doing the best you can, just like all of us.
+ Denise Soden In the last few weeks I decided to get into watercolour painting and all my supplies arrived two days ago, Not knowing what to paint then this painting caught my eye in amongst browsing and hearing some of your situation made me feel for you. I'm sorry that you are going through some hard times at the moment. I also suffer from depression and physical pain so I have genuine empathy for ur situation. I hope that things calm down soon.
I'm not sure what to say except do whatever you need to feel safe and healthy. I, as well as many others, will still be here waiting for you and rooting for you whenever you feel ready to return. Thank you for letting us know how your doing and for all that you do!
Oh Denise...I'm so sorry you and Cricket had to go through another move especially under such extreme circumstances like that. I have chronic pain too and I feel your struggle. It would have completely wiped me out. So glad to see you painting and sharing your feelings with us. Its so overwhelming getting knocked down just when things start going halfway well! Love you so much and sending so much love and light your way. Big hugs to Cricket too ❤
Patty-I've had so many things happening in my life in the past years, I sometimes wonder why. When I look back, I can see growth from how I dealt with things before compared to recent times. I feel like I am a newer, different person from then, and that is encouraging. I appreciate your sharing and understanding why you feel the way you do about your pain. Thank you for sharing your beautiful spirit with us.
My heart goes out to you. I don't think the pandemic was easy on any and now I feel like I am in a post apocalyptic world and not sure how to rebuild. I think a lot of us are there. I am glad you can talk about it openly. Thank you for giving a voice to those feelings and opening up a dialogue. I am sorry you are struggling. Things will get better. Time does mute troubles and the brain wraps trauma in fuzzy wool eventually. But that doesn't help when you are in the moment. Take comfort in the things that bring you comfort and joy. I hope you find your way to the other side soon.
Thank you for your emotional honesty and for making space for those of us who are also struggling right now. I've been painting a series of pieces about my own challenges, and I like that you gave yourself a hopeful symbol in this piece. I'm realizing it's important that I don't make myself feel more trapped when I depict difficulties in my paintings.
Im so sorry Denise, life sure keeps throwing shit at you! As you know, I can relate 😅 years and years with moments of "ah finally some peace" and.. Nope.
This video truly hit close to home :') I have struggled with poor mental health for much of life and only in recent years have i slowly started to get better, but the bad days seems almost worse in comparison to the good. Funnily enough today I woke up feeling bad and my body betraying me once again so noticing this video in my youtube feed really had a great timing. I absolutely love your channel and it really helped me find my way while getting into watercolours. It is sad to hear about your struggles, but i am glad you are talking about them. I felt so alone with my issues as a child and it has helped to find people who Get It, both online and especially in my personal life. And, shoutout to your friend who helped you. Truly, what would we be without friends. (I wish you better things, from all the way from Finland!)
I really appreciated this video and your honesty. And what you said about smiling struck a chord with me. Having gone through my own life stuff and learning a lot about mindfulness and thinking deeply and making sure I acknowledge what I’m feeling and thinking and not just shoving everything “negative” aside, I’ve thought a lot about how the lyrics of the song Smile are sweet and well-meaning but not actually healthy or helpful. “Smile though your heart is aching, smile even though it’s breaking… Light up your face with gladness, hide every trace of sadness, although a tear may be ever so near… That’s the time you must keep on trying, Smile, what’s the use in crying?…” The problem with that is it’s like painting a pretty picture on top of a hole in the wall in order to make the appearance better and hide the issue. Painting a smile on your face when you don’t feel like smiling is more to help people around you feel more comfortable than to make yourself feel better. Yes, being able to smile for real is so wonderful and healing, but painting on a smile and covering up your pain/difficulties/depression/anxiety etc will do so much more harm than good in the long run. In my lowest, darkest time 4 years ago, I look at photos of myself back then, and though I’m smiling in every photo, my eyes are dead in each one. No joy, no spark, no light… just a painted on smile. It’s very hard for me to see those photos now but at least I can compare them to photos now and see the genuine smile in my eyes now. I’m still suffering with some chronic stuff and disabilities but mindfulness and self-honesty and therapy have made my smile genuine.
This video resonated with me. I have schizophrenia and bipolar in one disorder, as well as PTSD and anxiety. Mental health when dealing with mental illness feels like an exhausting uphill battle of some sort. I go to a NAMI peer support group in Austin, and one of the principles of support they have is "we will never give up hope". I personally like this because it doesn't say that things are or should be easy and positive. But I have to hold onto hope because sometimes it's all I have. I'm sorry this was a bit rambling, I don't think clearly most of the time. I hope your everything improves and your mind has some rest. I appreciate your hard work and honesty, even when it isn't all sunshine. Truly wishing the best for you.
Ugh, I feel this so much Sterling, haha. Along with what I mentioned in the video, words like "brave" are also really upsetting to me to receive as "compliments." Nah man, it's not brave to deal with one thing after another like this. Waking up everyday is literally the only option to the much darker alternative. Just trying to cling to my last shreds of hope over here 😅
You are in my thoughts and prayers I paint through physical pain and mental health challenges myself. Be sure and take time to take care of what you need.
New sub here. I just came across your channel, and this is the 1st video I've watched. Thank you for sharing your talents with us, and thank you for also sharing that you're having a rough time. I'm truly sorry you're also struggling ~ hugs from a stranger. ~Amber
Denise- a positive note is that in the midst of all this angst you have created some lovely watercolor products with Da Vinci Paints which I am saving to acquire. I got the Embrace Opacity set, but haven't bought your larger set yet. But I will. Try to feel better if you can.
Hullo Denise, I am glad that you were able to get a video done and posted! I am believing that no matter what you post, it must be better than nothing! For you or the algorithm getting something finished just feels good better than not! I myself enjoyed the painting and message. I would love to send you a spoonful of sugar to help the medicine go down and throw in my drawerful of spoons to help you get through the day! Ha! Like any of us has a drawerful of spoons! But I am wishing this for you. Hang in there as we all say and be safe , take care of yourself and enjoy your day! Having a happy life is the best revenge on those who wish ill for you and those around you.
Denise, I’m stealing your phrase “hopeful energy.” And no pressure on myself, but I want that phrase to inspire me. I appreciate your candor and painting more than I can say. As someone who has lived with major depressive disorder for a lifetime (I’m now 76 yo) I relate especially to having to present a facci falsa in every situation. It’s kind of weird to do, but, it’s self-protective to avoid well-meaning people trying to fix me when all I need is understanding and companionship. I started a YT channel 2 yrs ago and still haven’t found my voice and creative persona so it sits idle. Thank you for sharing this and I hope it also helps you through the rough patch.
Christine, your comment about putting on a face to avoid having to explain yourself to others resonates with me so much. That process can be exhausting when you're already at the bottom. I have found it so hard to be creative these past several years. I'm so glad you're being kind to yourself along the way.
@@InLiquidColor Thank you for your reply. And I agree about it being exhausting. But, it’s also a sign of great strength. We learn to keep showing up regardless of how emotionally strained we feel. Here’s a thought. Instead of saying we’re depressed, let’s reframe that label and say we’re “emotionally divergent.” Wishing all the best to you! Hugs.
This is really lovely and validating. Thanks for sharing it with us. You’re right that sometimes trauma is just trauma, and we didn’t “need” it to “learn something.” The platitudes that imply we’re better off, even in some small way, because of some sort of trauma are so hurtful and insensitive. I wish you peace and healing. Again, thanks for sharing your voice with us. 💜
Oh honey, I'm tearing up a little now. Thank you for being honest and vulnerable, and you are not alone either. I've been painting my feelings a lot and sometimes they have been a little scary. Maybe not happy painting, but therapeutic painting at least.
Thank you for your honesty. I agree with you people tell me but you have such a great attitude with everything you face with your chronic illness. No it’s a mask that makes everyone else feel better not to make me feel better. The world truly doesn’t ask how you are doing because the want to know. They ask because it’s supposed to be polite. Please leave me out of your manners then because if you don’t wNt to know don’t ask me. I hope that things start to feel better for you. Because there are really those of us that care how others feel. I’m sorry for your recent trauma and hope that things look up for you really soon. Soft hugs from me to you.
Ugh, I feel this so hard Rebecca. masking for mental health. Masking for chronic pain. It's to make others feel better and/or to not have to waste the energy explaining ourselves to others. Ya know, I heard in another RU-vid video recently that "hey how are you" as a greeting is a very American thing. The person in the video was from another country and was quite confused with how they were supposed to answer that to a stranger. With that perspective, I'm now trying to process that as a simple greeting and not a question. Doesn't make the insincerity of that being our default greeting any better, but helps to process it :)
Sending good thoughts and love across the Atlantic from Sweden and hopes some of it reaches you. Important topic, big topic and many are impacted, all comments here are proof of that if nothing else. ❤❤❤
Super late viewing (I’m going through my own stuff - I really hate summer), and I wanted to comment on working for someone else while going through trauma/spoons/depression. For me, having someone else I’m accountable to allows me to ‘turn off’ the part of me that would spend all day doom scrolling. It’s a form of compartmentalization. Is it healthy? Hell no, but it’s the most financially efficient way I’ve found to cope. I know me. If I wasn’t accountable to someone I would spiral, so I would like to give you a high five for staying somewhat focused during your trials. I know how difficult it can be.
God! Reading that comment now after I’ve posted it sounds so corny 😂. I’ll still leave it, on the off chance that it actually makes someone happy. The comment is so embarrassing 🫣😂.
I have been on anti-depressants for many years but recently hit a bad patch I couldn't drag myself out of. My doctor recommended I try TMS - trans-cranial magnetic stimulation. It was almost miraculous for me. I can't believe it isn't more widely known, since it has excellent results for many people. I suggest doing some research on it to decide if it might help you. My insurance (Medicare) paid for it. Good luck and thanks for sharing.
This is interesting -when I had my foot reconstructed/bone graft the last time (and this was back in 1993) they used magnetic stimulation to mend the bone tissue and get it to graft. I had multiple reconstructions before that point and none of them worked out the way that surgery did and I'd never been told to use the magnetic device before then- it was totally above board, too- it wasn't some alternative practitioner (I know that's some people's approach to health, but it's not mine.) I had to go through the hospital and the stim/ultrasound manufacturers to get my device. I do a lot of study and reading on neurological health, and I'm surprised I haven't heard of this.
Hi Denise, I just wanted to say thank you for sharing. It’s nice to know that we can start to talk about this in the open and not hide it behind close doors iTunes suffer from major depressive disorder and it helps not to feel alone. Also I don’t give two shits about the RU-vid algorithm. The people who love you and know you will spread the word about you and people who do find you I’m positive or stay just because the algorithm doesn’t like you doesn’t mean you people don’t
Thank you for sharing this. It is so important for us all to be more open about our feelings so that we as humans don't just assume everyone around us is handling life just fine and we are the only ones suffering (like I did myself for many years... now I am a very verbal advocate for mental health). Talking about our feelings is how we heal. It's how we find the empathy and compassion for others that you talked about. Making videos like these is another step in the right direction for a sadly slow-moving culture shift, especially on the internet. I really enjoyed this video and beautiful painting. Any chance you can get a top floor apartment next time? 😅 (Totally joking)
I wanted a top floor unit so bad 🤣 unfortunately I'm on the first floor now (it's all they had available), but it's better than being sandwiched on the second out of three at least! That will definitely be something I look for the next time around when I have choice again!
Thank you thank you for acknowledging that some things just fuckin’ suck. Overly positive people annoy me and I’m always skeptical of those types. Especially those that say “God is just testing you!” (I’m an atheist too- so I can’t stand that even more lol). Some things just suck. That’s it. There’s no lesson to be learned in every single thing that happens. And I really struggle coping sometimes.
