2nd chance at life

Depression account turned into a positive one! Life is good, smile! You got this shit! If you need someone to talk to, my messages are open!

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"When you begin a journey of revenge, start by digging two graves: one for your enemy, and one for yourself." - Jodi Picoult

Don't lower yourself to the standards of the other guy!

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Square breathing! A breathing technique utilized by the military to reduce stress.

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Sorry I was MIA

Things got so bright they burnt out since I was last super active! I got my associate's, moved across the US, lost loved ones, started another college, lost myself again, and gained perspective. Lots in a couple of years! Nevertheless, I apologize for the absence and promise to resume the output of positive energy to you (yes you :)! (will post breathing exercise soon!)

"Happiness comes to those who bring happiness to others."

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You can't create a positive life with a negative mind! Good things come to those who wait.

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“When we fail to set boundaries and hold people accountable, we feel used and mistreated.” - Brene Brown

Setting boundaries helps to improve our relationship with ourselves and others. You are your number one advocate. Speaking up for yourself will improve all aspects of your life and will increase a healthy mindset. 

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“Everybody wants happiness, no one wants pain; but you can’t have a rainbow without a little rain.” 

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Here's a #DBT skill that can calm you down FAST. It's a good skill to use when you're experiencing an extreme emotion like anger, despair, panic, etc. It can even help prevent the use of a target behavior. Swipe through to learn more about #TIPP and get some examples of how to use it.

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How to activate your "happiness chemicals"...

DOPAMINE ~ the reward chemical

Complete a task

Doing self care acitivites

Eating some food

Celebrating your little wins.

OXYTOCIN ~ the love hormones

Playing with a dog

Playing with a baby

Holding hands

Hugging someone

Giving someone else a compliment

SEROTONIN ~ the mood stabiliser

Meditating

Running

Be in the sun

Walk in nature

Swimming

ENDORPHIN ~ the pain relief

Laughing exercises

Essential oils

Eating dark chocolate

Running

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Why sacrifice your inner peace for anyone or anything! 

“Do not let the behavior of others destroy your inner peace.” Dalai Lama

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Did you know every storm you encounter eventually passes?! No matter how dark, scary, or destructive, eventually there is always clearing. The same concept is true when applied to emotions! So no matter how dark, scary, or destructive, it always gets better! 

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Ready to breathe?! Inhale as the ball gets bigger and exhale as the ball gets smaller :) 

“Inhale the present, exhale the past”

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Sending you good vibes. I don’t have a cheesy caption this time, just hoping whoever sees this is having a good day/night/afternoon. I’m proud of you for waking up and trying. Good luck 

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In case no one's told you lately:

• You're not a burden

• It's okay to be struggling

• It's okay to tell people you're struggling

• Please tell people you're struggling

• Don't suffer in silence. Tell someone. *Get help*

• It's okay to need help

• You're not the exception to recovery

• The world is more beautiful because you're in it

• You're worth it

• You're a good person

• Thank you for existing

• You're beautiful

• You're not the exception to recovery

• Please stay alive

• If you're looking for a sign not to kill yourself, this is it

• Please stay alive

• People love you

• I love you

• Don't give up

• You're not the exception to recovery

• You matter

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The sun will rise and we will try again

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THIS HAPPENING FOR YOU NOT TO YOU!

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Pause and do this breathing exercise!

“If you know the art of breathing you have the strength, wisdom, and courage of ten tigers.” - Chinese Adage

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