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In reply to the discussion: You just don't realize the stress until you can't deny it. [View all]Ilikepurple
(618 posts)45. Thank you for sharing. You're story is relatable and inspiring
Im sure many of us feel the way you do, at least on occasion. For me, its almost a constant hum in the background even though Im personally somewhat insulated from the direct effects of this administrations words and actions. I also care for a relative who is recently disabled. I totally feel that moment when a simple task gets overwhelming and the pent up frustrations rise up. I almost had that moment yesterday with some very dark cupcake brownie batter that seemed to spread on more things I the kitchen the more I tried to clean a spill on the cupcake pan up. I have mainly used this site as a news aggregator and to hear ideas in motion, but stories like yours provide the human connection that I sometimes miss.
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I love the quote attributed to Helen Keller, "Life is either a dangerous adventure...or it is
FailureToCommunicate
15 hrs ago
#19
Dr Pepper + champagne ? Haven't tried it, but it might be good...
FailureToCommunicate
14 hrs ago
#43
I'm a never Trumper from day 1 and that's a hill I'll be proud to die on if it ever comes to that
Ponietz
14 hrs ago
#20
I moved to Texas as a high school freshman and ran away from home my junior year
Ponietz
14 hrs ago
#36
We are not alone, there are reports of a huge spike in stress and anxiety.....
OGBuzz
14 hrs ago
#31
Researchers have established that crying releases oxytocin and endogenous opioids, also known as endorphins.
Donkees
14 hrs ago
#40
I totally understand! Last week one night I was asleep and the hallway smoke alarm
Ziggysmom
2 hrs ago
#93