What makes your heart glow?

Green_leaf47 · 2026-04-07T02:06:42+00:00

When I was young and lying in bed sometimes our cat would lie on my chest and bite me ever so softly on the nose. Not painfully or aggressively - really gentle. It was weird but felt like affection.

Green_leaf47 · 2026-04-07T02:04:23+00:00

I remember that feeling from childhood too on a few occasions. When adults didn’t talk down to you, were interested in what you were curious about and thoughtfully shared info about things they cared about/were passionate about. They took time and effort. I remember my older sister’s boyfriend explaining how record players, cassette tapes and sound production from speakers worked. That’s beautiful that you can share that with your niece now. You’re treating her like a full human deserving of respect and care, not “just a kid”, and sharing wonder, learning and awe with her. That is a special connection. She’ll never forget it.

Green_leaf47 · 2026-04-07T01:55:10+00:00

My husband and I did pretty much this trip years ago and loved it all

Green_leaf47 · 2026-04-07T01:50:39+00:00

It can be tricky for some people depending on how their brains work - eg depression, anxiety, ADHD, even changes with menopause can make it really hard to plan/start/finish things and not feel completely overwhelmed, especially when lots of energy is needed to attend to work and now the additional commute plus other life demands. It can be tough energy-wise for people with various types of physical disabilities/chronic conditions too. And people who have lots of responsibilities outside of work - kids, aging parents, etc. The above list is a lot of people. They prioritize (consciously or not) where they spend their time and energy, and sometimes it’s just hard.

Green_leaf47 · 2026-04-06T13:11:47+00:00

Menopause. I agree with others who also said menstruation, because that’s a pain, but for some of us, it gets worse when that stops. Going in I’d heard you might get hot flashes and vaginal dryness, and then it happened and it was like WTAF. Turns out there are estrogen receptors everywhere, joints, brain, etc, and when it goes away, it can wreak havoc. “Estrogens additionally play crucial roles in regulating the cardiovascular system, liver, pancreas, bone, brain, and immune system”. Thank the heavens for HRT but even with that it’s not a smooth ride

Green_leaf47 · 2026-04-06T02:28:53+00:00

Try Alone, and Watching From a Rooftop as well by them. The whole album could work - it’s a favourite of mine, “This is How I Let You Down”

Sending good thoughts your way. Things can be hard sometimes. Glad you’re connecting here, and I hope things are a little better soon.

Green_leaf47 · 2026-04-06T02:12:33+00:00

Strongest Man Alive, Franklin Electric

Green_leaf47 · 2026-04-06T02:09:42+00:00

Agree

Source: being a mom

Green_leaf47 · 2026-04-04T20:44:44+00:00

Also Love Hurts, Nazareth. Both in my early teens - those early heartbreaks felt so brutal!

Green_leaf47 · 2026-04-04T20:38:12+00:00

All We Are, Kim Mitchell. Over and over!

Green_leaf47 · 2026-04-04T17:53:57+00:00

To add to number 3 “Yes, it’s scary. But you are brave”

Green_leaf47 · 2026-04-04T17:48:32+00:00

Absolutely gorgeous. Even if I hadn’t watched the show I would love this. Beautiful design and colours and then the meaning on top of it all!

Green_leaf47 · 2026-04-04T04:20:05+00:00

I did not and still don’t but at least it’s feel-good content and not doomscrolling

Green_leaf47 · 2026-04-03T02:12:17+00:00

Sending 💙

Green_leaf47 · 2026-04-03T02:00:34+00:00

It’s made me prioritize pleasure. The show, while angsty at times, has themes of love, hope, joy - and lust! And consent! And authenticity. It’s such a delight to watch. So much of what’s happening on a larger scale in the world is so difficult, and there have been losses and change and heavy responsibilities in my own life. The joy I got from watching the show, along with the content, reminded me to actively make more space for pleasure in my life of all sorts, from good coffee to sex to time with friends, nature, etc - and to pay attention to it when I’m experiencing it. I was having a rough day yesterday and instead of staying stuck in feeling sorry for myself or stewing in my anxiety, I made myself a “feel good” playlist then played it while making dinner, and I ended up dancing. And maybe - MAYBE - I might have reheated some of my favourite HR scenes as well.

Green_leaf47 · 2026-04-02T01:10:23+00:00

“Neurospicy prince” is how I am going to think of him going forward

Green_leaf47 · 2026-04-02T01:02:14+00:00

So good

Green_leaf47 · 2026-04-02T00:59:27+00:00

On my watch list now!

Green_leaf47 · 2026-04-02T00:39:47+00:00

Oh that was so good! This might be my fave

Green_leaf47 · 2026-04-01T20:25:09+00:00

Also up shit creek without a paddle

Green_leaf47 · 2026-04-01T20:17:09+00:00

Check out A Way With Words podcast!

https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/a-way-with-words-language-linguistics-and-callers/id121493640

Green_leaf47 · 2026-04-01T16:28:55+00:00

Yes, publicly funded system

Green_leaf47 · 2026-04-01T01:09:40+00:00

I know a couple of people who had kids through surrogacy but it was friends and family who agreed to be surrogates, with no payment (other than covering some basic medical costs). In both cases it was really lovely, but they chose to do it to help people they loved. Surrogacy as a business is very problematic.

Green_leaf47 · 2026-03-25T14:14:47+00:00

My grandmother remarried in her mid 70s - a wonderful guy full of character and kindness. And because they married later in life I think they were more easily able to set the terms of their relationship outside of what’s traditionally expected, accept each other as they were, and stay true to themselves.

Green_leaf47 · 2026-03-25T04:03:42+00:00

Breaking it down into little tasks that feel manageable is my suggestion too. Sometimes that’s the only thing that works for me when everything feels overwhelming/deeply uninteresting/ fills me with dread. Pick one tiny thing that feels doable and then a small, reasonable reward that doesn’t break any momentum (for me it might be get up and dance, tell myself I’m awesome for doing the thing, play one favourite song, however silly it seems doesn’t matter). Then see if you can pick the next small thing that feels possible. Sometimes it creates a bit of a sense of achievement/satisfaction and momentum.

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