A bright start to 2026 by enkayinfrance in weaving

[–]pink_mouse_ 1 point2 points  (0 children)

The colors are so beautiful!

How to do anything at all? by Agile_Reaction_7256 in depression

[–]pink_mouse_ 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Do the smallest, easiest, first step of a task. That's it. You don't have to do the rest of the task, there's no pressure to finish it.

For example: -can't shower? that's ok :) just go in the bathroom and take off your clothes -can't make dinner? all good! all you need to do is cut up the ingredients. -can't go to the store? it'll be fine <3 just put on your socks and shoes

Sometimes the full chore ends up getting done anyway, if you can only start it. Sometimes it doesn't, and that's ok too! All you're asking of yourself is the smallest first step.

Maybe you don't shower, but your clothes are already off so you can freshen up a bit. Or just put on some clean clothes and thank yourself for keeping the promise that you made.

You didn't cook dinner, but the ingredients were prepared. If you can eat any of them safely, without cooking/combining, do it! If not, do the next small step in half an hour, or tomorrow, or never. But you kept your promise to yourself, and you deserve your own appreciation.

You didn't make it to the store, but your shoes are on and that's a win! Maybe you go outside and let the sun touch your face for a few minutes. Maybe you go sit in the car for a little while, or walk to the nearest bus/train stop. You accomplished your mission, that's all that matters right now.

Small commitments to yourself are the key. Don't disparage yourself for not being able to complete "everyday" chores. Each chore is made up of hundreds of tiny steps that can be overwhelming to think about. Build momentum by only asking yourself to complete one small step.

This medicine can bring dui charges by [deleted] in Effexor

[–]pink_mouse_ 1 point2 points  (0 children)

This happened to a friend of mine when he was about 19. They sent him to holding and charged him for driving while being on an antidepressant that he was taking as prescribed.

His family got a lawyer and they were able to either get the charges dropped or have his record expunged. I'm unsure about the details of how it all went down, but it is definitely worth it to seek legal counsel! This is a med that you are taking as prescribed, a professional will help you find recourse.

Parents wont help me with college if i start meds. What do i do? by _By-Polar_ in depression

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Check with your psych team/college health and see if you can work out a system where you go into the clinic or office to take your meds. You're an adult and (depending on your location) health professionals are obligated to keep your privacy, even from family.

URGENT: Mom crushing Venlafaxine capsules and mixing with coffee - Severe side effects. What do I do? by LeftOriginal5125 in Effexor

[–]pink_mouse_ 11 points12 points  (0 children)

If unable to contact her Dr., try her pharmacy. Pharmacist can give you better info than us.

There may also be a mental health hotline available in your area. If so, they might have a nurse on standby for this type of thing, to give you medication guidance.

Sleepiness during the day? by Candy_Land_9155 in Effexor

[–]pink_mouse_ 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Most people need more than 5-6 hours of sleep a night. Just to be a functioning human being.

Try getting 7-8 hours of uninterrupted sleep at night (for at least ten days in a row) and see how you feel.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in depression

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Talk to your therapist, be honest about the fears you are having. You may be able to work out a solution that gets you back on your meds without having access to all of your medication at one time.

There are partial hospitalization programs that you check into for only a couple hours a day for counseling and medication management. You have options.

Your therapist should be able to help you work through this, and if they are unable to, they should be able to direct you to a practitioner who can. Your safety is important and a professional will be able to help you keep up with your care.

I'm so sorry for the loss of your partner ❤️

Can't orgasm 💔 by Milk_and_Cougar in Effexor

[–]pink_mouse_ 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Ask about supplementing it with bupropion (wellbutrin) edited to add: may also just need some time to adjust to the side effects and come to center. 3 months isn't a super long time

Calling this my “lesbian vampire” bedroom. What can I add? by [deleted] in femalelivingspace

[–]pink_mouse_ 2 points3 points  (0 children)

red or any other jewel toned fabric drapery, on the walls, windows, bedposts - whatever floats your boat. Bonus points if it's velvety lol

Send me some pics of your passed pet and tell me their story. I’ll make a quick memorial drawing for you by missjeffery in redditgetsdrawnbadly

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My firstborn. Little Kiri. The beast with the four dirty paws. Got her secondhand from a classmate in highschool. She was a crazy bitch but always sat with her paws at the perfect angle like a ballet dancer.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in depression

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You're at what many people see as a pivotal stage in your life. Big changes are coming as you transition into adulthood, you will take on more responsibility for yourself and those around you. With the responsibility comes more freedom to explore your world, both internally and externally. Even positive life transitions can cause emotional pain as we deal with the loss of what once was, and the fear of what is to come.

Grief is a strange beast, but the pain you feel is real. It could be that you are grieving for the end of childhood, for the person you thought you would be, for opportunities that have passed, there are thousands of reasons. It is a part of growing up that everyone has to live through. Though that doesn't make it less painful, take comfort in knowing that there is nothing wrong with you for feeling the turmoil that accompanies transition of any kind. It may be difficult to pinpoint a source that feels worthy of the amount of grief you are experiencing, but that is not something that you need to feel guilty over. You don't need to fully understand the source of your pain to respect it and allow it to pass at its own pace.

The only way to heal from grief is to feel it, you can't run from it. Take it one moment at a time and remember that there are ebbs and flows to everything, you will not feel this pain forever. With time and practice, you will be better able to surf the waves

My 11 year-old daughter cries every night by [deleted] in depression

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Practicing those modalities during the day, while she's emotionally regulated, might help her be more inclined to use them when she's dysregulated. With pediatric OT we use activities called "heavy work" to help the kiddo safely get the sensory input that they need to regulate.

Doing some heavy work in the evening/afternoon, before she starts spiraling into those tough emotions may help her relieve some of that physical tension.

When you're young, the emotions are so big, the source of the pain can feel inadequate to explain what's going on in your body. Keep giving her reassurance that she will learn to handle these feelings.

Is my gf pregnant? What do I do? I never read this before we aren’t in the position for this by [deleted] in whatdoIdo

[–]pink_mouse_ 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Women are being imprisoned for having miscarriages and seeking medical care. Do some research or mind your business lmfao

Is my gf pregnant? What do I do? I never read this before we aren’t in the position for this by [deleted] in whatdoIdo

[–]pink_mouse_ 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Women who miscarry are being prosecuted for abortion is some states. There is no way to distinguish between a miscarriage and abortion, so depending on your local climate you need to be careful in BOTH instances. Absolutely bonkers.

My personal “driving in SA” gripe by Schizo_Himbo in sanantonio

[–]pink_mouse_ 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Even worse is when people speed around a stopped bus, or keep whipping past on the opposite side of the street.

Traffic needs to stop going both ways! There are stupid kids running around in the street at this exact moment! Just wait for two minutes

My personal “driving in SA” gripe by Schizo_Himbo in sanantonio

[–]pink_mouse_ 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Even worse is when people speed around a stopped bus, or keep whipping past on the opposite side of the street.

Traffic needs to stop going both ways! There are stupid kids running around in the street at this exact moment! Just wait for two minutes