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What strategies and/or coping mechanisms do you have for when everything seems like it is going wrong, or for when you are just really sad?
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#1
When I'm having a bad day I order some of my favourite food, go to bed and watch some type of no brainer sitcoms like HIMYM, Friends or Two Broke Girls and just shut down
Final score:
6points
#3
I find being outside in nature to be very healing for me. Whether it’s hiking or photography, gardening or just going for a walk, I find nature the best environment to reflect and just be at peace.
Final score:
6points
CouchChihuahua 2 years ago
Same here! Although my chihuahua cant go on TO long walks but still!- a certain couchchihuahua
#4
truth is... I rarely try to stay positive, I just endure.....
Final score:
4points
CouchChihuahua 2 years ago
Oh no! Don’t worry, one day life is rly gonna turn around, until then stay positive! -a certain couchchihuahua
#5
I normally cry, because sometimes I just need to cry. Then I go hug one of my pet chickens and I feel better better.
Final score:
4points
#6
I keep a list about all the things I like or good memories I have, along with some ways that have helped me be less depressed like being outside or binging spiderman movies
Final score:
3points
#7
I go into the woods and won't come out till I feel better.
Final score:
2points
#8
I snuggle up with my chihuahua and tell her all about what’s upsetting me, if you don’t have a chihuahua (you totally should) or a pet, then I would imagine talking to someone, that 99 percent of the times makes me fell better.
Good luck- a certain couchchihuahua
Final score:
2points
#9
Duhhh, I can't stay positive!
(I just say "My f*ckin' life's never gon' let me rise up b***h!)
Final score:
2points
CouchChihuahua 2 years ago
Oof, don’t worry, maybe one day the chihuahua gods will blow the tides of luck in your direction - a certain couchchihuahua
#10
I tell myself that God will get me through whatever I am going through and I also remember that I have a family that is there for me.
Final score:
2points
#11
I just think about all the amazing things I've done, like being ahead of my friends in school, volunteering for AYSO, and more
Final score:
2points
#12
Discord. Makes no sense because, they’re just people online. However, they are all like me. They understand me. They have shitty parents too.
Final score:
1point
#13
When I was younger, I realized that when I went into a DVD watching mode (I mean like days at a time) I was depressed. Now when I start binge streaming, I just get up and take a walk. The more depressed, the longer the walks. It doesn't solve anything, but it does get me out of the house and some fresh air. Plus, you never know who you will meet, what cute doggies you will get to pet or what you will witness. I live downtown in a fairly big city.
Final score:
1point
#14
I put together a photo album on my phone of happy memories and whenever I'm feeling lonely/depressed/down I go through it to remind myself of the good times that have happened and are yet to happen
Final score:
1point
#16
1. We go jim. I started lifting in freshman year of highschool and it is something I do all the time and don't ever regret it. I am in great shape for my age, and working out produces endorphins which make you happier! Its also a great way to release anger in a positive way.
2. Find a relatable song and sing to it because why not
3. This one's a little more personal and harder to do, but I go shooting with my dad. if the week was rough, we go out and light up some paper targets.
Final score:
1point
#17
Counting my blessings: good health, having a car that runs, having a roof over my head, et cetera
Final score:
1point
#18
Listen to some good old music and look back at the best moment you've had fun (Photo memories, etc)
Final score:
1point
#19
When I'm having a really down day I make myself do these three things: 1) Achieve something (nothing huge, just clean up a little or complete a task). 2) Create something - draw, paint, bake etc.. 3) Do something kind for someone. Somehow I feel better after doing these.
Final score:
1point
#20
If I'm feeling really stressed I always listen to the Final Fantasy Crystal Chronicles soundtrack. Something about it is very soothing to me and I find the game relaxing as well (if it's not the post-game stuff on solo that can be frustrating).
Final score:
0points
#21
Beer, and Weed.
Final score:
0points
CouchChihuahua 2 years ago
I love how in comments u just admitted to illegal drug possession😅😅😅- a very worried couchchihuahua
#22
Think that somewhere, someone is having it worse. I look around and see everything my wife and I worked for and feel humbled. We came from a poor situation and worked to make it better. And I rely on my wife to be a voice of reason when my world feels like it's coming down. And Dolly the doggy has a likker problem. Always putting it on us!
Final score:
0points
#23
Résumé
Razors pain you,
Rivers are damp,
Acids stain you,
And drugs cause cramp.
Guns aren't lawful,
Nooses give,
Gas smells awful.
You might as well live.
Dorothy Parker, Enough Rope
Final score:
0points
What do you think ?
TheLessTalentedWrightBrothers 2 years ago
As Barney Stinson said, "When I'm sad I just stop being sad and be awesome instead"
Sardonyx_3 1 year ago
Does anyone have any tips on how to stay positive? My cousin committed su1c1de last year, and my uncle has recently suffered a traumatic brain injury (and has post-traumatic amnesia). I feel like the world couldn't get any worse (well, actually... it could...) and I don't know what to do.
TheLessTalentedWrightBrothers 2 years ago
As Barney Stinson said, "When I'm sad I just stop being sad and be awesome instead"
Sardonyx_3 1 year ago
Does anyone have any tips on how to stay positive? My cousin committed su1c1de last year, and my uncle has recently suffered a traumatic brain injury (and has post-traumatic amnesia). I feel like the world couldn't get any worse (well, actually... it could...) and I don't know what to do.
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