Growing Sideways

I'm 20 years old, studying English and Mass Communication. Currently recovering from OSFED, depression, PTSD, and BPD. I'm trying to find the good in life and stop defining myself by things that have happened to me or the weight on the scale. Social justice warrior, body positivity enthusiast, and recovery warrior. Let's talk about mental illness or diet culture or politics or just hug it out. Follow me on insta: @summersheffey

[bulbabushka]

Pretend ur invasive self hating thoughts r being said to u by a 13 y/o boy on xbox live trying to get a rise out of you like “Your girlfriend dumped you because you’re ugly” that’s nice tim isn’t it past ur bedtime

[hellfucingshitfuck-deactivated2]

also, if you have intrusive violent thoughts, pretend they’re being said to u by an annoying backseat driver

“drive into that pole” thanks karen or i could not do that

[emmmpty]

Perfect

[the-neon-pineapple]

you can also pretend that the Super Paranoid thoughts are being said by that conspiracy theorist in your history class

“maybe they poisoned you” maybe you should fuck off, geoffrey-with-a-g

[venusian--eye-deactivated201606]

OHH MAN I DO THIS SHIT EVERY DAY

[dapperpea]

My favorite for intrusive anxious thoughts is to pretend Spock’s behind you with an answer.

“did I lock the door-”

captain you have locked the door every day for over ten years, and it is very hard for most people to break even subconscious habits, so you most definitely locked the door

[zetsubonna]

I told my new psychiatrist about how I learned this from y'all and his eyes lit up. He didn’t smile but he did nod a whole bunch of times, it was great.

[merelyimmortal]

I like to pretend that my intrusive thoughts are being said to me by a super uptight religious white lady

“god hates you because you don’t believe in him” “your failures are too great to be forgiven by anyone” “everything you do is wrong and you are going to burn in hell”

thanks for the input brenda but fuck right off

[thatoneqprblog-blog]

I would just like to say that I love you all for this idea.

[disabledfeministvoice]

Reblogging this for a friend.

[krabbydon]

“you’re a parasite on society at large and your friends in specific - ” fuck off greg

[take-my-eeveelution]

You can also pretend you’re resisting the Imperius curse, I do that sometimes.

“Next time you go past the deep fryer, stick your hands right in the hot oil.”

“Why? Stupid thing to do really. No, I don’t think I will, thanks.”

[asperwolf]

I’m going to queue this forever since it’s a coping mechanism that might actually help me and i keep forgetting about it

[continuous-growth]

My mother was extremely abusive and also someone I strongly dislike, so anytime I have thoughts like "you're too fat to go out" or "you're worthless" I literally yell "Shut the fuck up Susan!"

[quiet-nymph]

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Zuly Garcia’s gorgeous photo series is fighting back against beauty standards and woc stereotypes

Zuly Garcia is not here for traditional ideas of womanhood. 

And with her recent photo series “Flores Políticos”, she is rewriting what it means to be a woman of color in the United States while also representing her indigenous roots. Read more (7/27/17)

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[epicine]

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Hike 3/52 • Hoodsport Trail

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[euphoricspirit]

GIVEAWAY ✨🌈🌿

Today seemed like the perfect time to share our gratitude with you. You allow us to do what we love each and every day, for that, we are eternally thankful.

You will receive: 1 x Cowrie Shell Choker 1 x Turquoise Arm Cuff/Bracelet 1 x Citrine Arm Cuff/Bracelet 1 x Amethyst Arm Cuff/Bracelet 1 x Adjustable Carnelian Necklace 1 x Adjustable Peace Necklace 1 x Adjustable Moon Necklace 1 x Turquoise Pendant 1 x Agate Keyring with an Ohm Charm 1 x Citrine Adjustable Necklace 1 x Clear Quartz on Chain 3 x Hairwraps 2 x Tasmanian Oak Wooden Rings 2 x Crystal Tasmanian Oak Wooden Rings 7 x Crystals ( 2 Amethyst, 1 Aventurine, 1 Rose Quartz, 1 Strawberry Quartz, 1 Amazonite, 1 Carnelian)

To enter, please make sure you’re following me (euphoricspirit.tumblr.com) as this is a thank you to those supporting our creative journey, and reblog this post. Every reblog, is an entry!

A random entry will be chosen as the winner on the 4th of August.

(We are also running this giveaway through our Instagram. @euphoricspiritdesigns ✨)

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❤️

[book-caps]

Jennifer Niven, All the Bright Places

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The world is a beautiful place.

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I’m going to be a success. I’ve decided that. It may take a long time and I’m bound to fall flat on my face over and over again, but I’m going to get up, dust myself off, and keep going. There are plenty of people who can and will try to hold me back in life. I won’t be one of them. Not anymore.

excerpt from this morning’s journal entry, 7/24/17,  (via amandagenine)

[positivelypresent]

[darksilenceinsuburbia]

[lavenderwaterwitch]

What cuties 😍

[asking-jude]

Source

[onlinecounsellingcollege]

It takes a level of self love, of dedication and determination to live your greatest life. So, look within. Look at every area of your life and ask yourself these questions: Am I on course? Am I growing mentally, emotionally and spiritually? Anything that is blocking that, anything that is preventing you from living your greatest life, make the tough decision to let it go.

Unknown (via onlinecounsellingcollege)