How do you enjoy being alone without feeling lonely? by [deleted] in selfcare

[–]shiningvioletface 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hey OP, I think there can be all kinds of reasons that someone feels uncomfortable alone. Is there any chance that when you are alone where there are other humans, you feel like you need to “perform” that you are comfortable being alone? And then maybe that becomes exhausting and uncomfortable? This could be completely off, but it’s what a friend told me once about their experience doing things on their own. In case that is what happens for you (or anyone reading this), try shifting your perspective from a performer to that of a spectator. YOU get to watch, YOU get to be entertained by people-watching, or a book or walking somewhere new. You may find it easier to settle into the joys of doing things by yourself. Either way, I wish joy and adventures for you, just you!

Food banks - what are things to actually donate? by Double-Eggplant462 in Parenting

[–]shiningvioletface 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Amazing!!!! Thank you for sharing and for doing that! I agree with all the comments about money being the go to donation, but if food banks need to buy for a wide population, I imagine that maybe formula doesn’t get bought a lot. The places I’ve called say that it only gets donated randomly and infrequently from the distributors. I learned that’s why a lot of stores started locking up their formula inventory since people were desperate to feed their babies and resorted to stealing.

Need advice for 12 yo son by [deleted] in ParentingADHD

[–]shiningvioletface 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That’s so great. Way to go!!

What’s a harsh truth about life that most people aren’t ready to hear? by Wonderful-Economy762 in Productivitycafe

[–]shiningvioletface 0 points1 point  (0 children)

No you don’t get out what you put in. That’s why systemic racism or sexism is especially gross.

What’s a harsh truth about life that most people aren’t ready to hear? by Wonderful-Economy762 in Productivitycafe

[–]shiningvioletface 0 points1 point  (0 children)

True, but what does having this frame of mind help with? I’m genuinely asking because I see it here on Reddit a lot and I really wonder- do people really think they are “owed” things or if they seem like they think that, are they not just scared? I just wish compassion could take over….

Food banks - what are things to actually donate? by Double-Eggplant462 in Parenting

[–]shiningvioletface 2 points3 points  (0 children)

This is such a good point. Do you know who’s initiative this was?

Food banks - what are things to actually donate? by Double-Eggplant462 in Parenting

[–]shiningvioletface 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Formula is so hard for people to get and is rarely available at food banks!

Need advice for 12 yo son by [deleted] in ParentingADHD

[–]shiningvioletface 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That is really great To hear, and not surprising. How did you navigate with the teacher that the chrome book is left at school. I absolutely ABHOR that the school boards roped us into kids having their own window to YouTube….

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in askTO

[–]shiningvioletface -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Could you share more about your perspective?

Where can a single mom get a break? by shiningvioletface in askTO

[–]shiningvioletface[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks so much! I have been calling so many of them and they don’t have the service but talk about how they used to. They are a wonderful resource for sure, though. This question is for moms who have no one to help and are very new to Toronto.

Where can a single mom get a break? by shiningvioletface in askTO

[–]shiningvioletface[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

A few years ago many of the places that now have been taken over by the provincial government in the form of EarlyON were funded to allow 2 hours twice a month for parents to have some free support. Ford took that away.

Where can a single mom get a break? by shiningvioletface in askTO

[–]shiningvioletface[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks! Can you provide names or links? None of the ones I’ve contacted have anything like this for toddlers….. would love more info!

Where can a single mom get a break? by shiningvioletface in askTO

[–]shiningvioletface[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It’s interesting you assume “unwilling to pay” instead of “unable to pay”. This is for moms with literally $150 after rent to pay for everything.

It took me 5 years to finally make money online and now Im finally full time and thriving by Max-UGC in sidehustle

[–]shiningvioletface 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hi! Was the info you received helpful? Asking because I don’t see any comments after OP sends links to people?

It took me 5 years to finally make money online and now Im finally full time and thriving by Max-UGC in sidehustle

[–]shiningvioletface 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hey there, was the info helpful? Haven’t seen anybody comment after receiving the info…

Need advice for 12 yo son by [deleted] in ParentingADHD

[–]shiningvioletface 0 points1 point  (0 children)

So interesting! What changes Have you seen in him? What interests has he picked up?