slythrnskinny
Yes anxiety and depression, my favorite villains. It helps if you have the right music. There is nothing like the paralyzing effect of thinking too much. A good set of rituals will help.
I start with very specific sounds, then a hot shower or my favorite reading. There have been times it has taken me three hours just to get moving good.
I know this sounds crazy, but a little red lipstick helps. Do you know the opposite of anxiety and depression is calm elation? Sounds ironic, but way better.
I have this affirmation I use - I am an elegant bottle of bliss, bonjour on my lips, a thrill in my heart. I am the calm before the storm.
And please, don't go through this alone. Get some support, you're worth it. It's actually exciting to fight, although before you can fight this, I'll bet there is something inside of you that you need to grieve.
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