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In this world we live in, equally cruel and beautiful, sometimes we want simple human warmth literally out of the blue, when we least expect it. It's a feeling that seems almost forgotten these days. That is why, when we encounter something like this, we are invariably surprised.

For example, a few years ago, on the streets of London, one could see manifestations of a wonderful initiative - some uplifting messages addressed to anyone, including you and me. Small, large and simply huge - they could be found almost everywhere, and then their photos could be seen on this dedicated Instagram page called 'Seconds apart.'

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Bob Brooce
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2 weeks ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

This one would be absolutely right is the first part said "Being loved didn't hurt you" because being loved properly doesn't hurt. Loving somebody, OTOH, has plenty of potential for hurt.

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MaryHadaLittleLamb
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2 weeks ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

That's what I have with my husband, even after 23 years, and I'm so grateful for him! ❤️

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This story began in the second half of 2021, when the world was gradually recovering from the pandemic, and a difficult year and a half had left its mark on the lives and moods of many people around the globe. To bring a little unexpected kindness and warmth into people's lives - what could be simpler, nobler and more beautiful? And so, the creators of 'Seconds Apart' started making this little magic...

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Alexia
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2 weeks ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

To all those who were (or still are) in a toxic, abusive family or relationship: big hugs. You are stronger than you think.

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The quotes that appeared over several months in different places in London were both classic household wisdom and paradoxical, biting phrases: both the profound words of the greats and simple, naive, but no less wise encouraging remarks.

These could be billboards and posters, colossal murals on the walls of houses everywhere and small A4 sheets of paper wrapped in a plastic cover and attached with tape to a wall or bus stop. The main thing that united them was the signature 'Seconds Apart' at the bottom, and the general message - life, no matter how bad it may seem, is actually a damn great thing.

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Russ Kincade
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2 weeks ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Reminds me of the woman who said: I still miss my ex-husband, but my aim is improving!

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And really - just imagine that you are walking down the street, angry, sad and sleep-deprived. You have a whole load of things to do behind you, done and unfinished, and ahead of you - a crowd of folks who are also tired of the daily routine. And suddenly, when you seem to have realized that nothing good is destined for you in this life - these unexpected words of encouragement and support give you strength out of the blue.

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LakotaWolf (she/her)
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2 weeks ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I feel this way about those who I've lost. My dear friend Rachel Gidluck, who died at only 24 years old. My dad, who died in 2021 after being catastrophically brain-damaged and disabled from an accident in 2000. I may not be able to say this to them directly, but my heart says it to them.

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But in reality - does each of us need so much... no, not for happiness, but just to smile, take a deep breath, and feel how the burden of problems and fatigue that each of us carries on our shoulders suddenly becomes somehow lighter? Perhaps it was just one such quote, seen at the right time and in the right place.

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Bob Brooce
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2 weeks ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Absolutely. Now that it's been about 50 years after it happened I can actually tolerate a fair amount of disco.

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The last entry on the 'Seconds Apart' Instagram account is dated the end of 2021, but people continue to comment and thank the creators of the page even now. So we at Bored Panda now invite you to take a look at a selection of the most interesting and uplifting publications by 'Seconds Apart' - and if at least one person smiles and sighs with relief after reading it, then it all was definitely not in vain.

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LB
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2 weeks ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Me and my partner are from neighboring countries but we already spoke each other's languages because of previous partners, housemates, and/or studies. This comes in super handy, especially when visiting family... But mostly we speak English with each other, because we're both near native.

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Pani Trakovická
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2 weeks ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I waited for 7 years with the wrong kind of love, knowing deep down, that I was missing something. I found out, that I was right, when I met HIM, who showed me, how to love correctly and healhy.

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Brian Droste
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2 weeks ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

But abusers don't want to let you go. That want to keep you around to keep abusing you.

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Timothy Patel
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2 weeks ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I’ve NEVER understood the reason to re-visit someone that treated you shabbily.

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Khavrinen
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2 weeks ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

No. No it won't. My entire life has been nothing but "love" telling me it wants nothing to do with me.

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