A Song

In Case No One Told You Today...

You're beautiful.

You're loved.

You're needed.

You're alive for a reason.

You're stronger than you think.

You're going to get through this.

I'm glad you're alive.

And don't ever give up!

You're Not Alone

I know that you can feel completely alone and like no one can understand what you're going though. I know that no matter how many people say you're not alone, you still feel alone. One of the ways I help combat this feeling was to read books with characters who were also going through a struggle similar to mine. A book that helped me (that has a happy ending) is "It's Kind Of A Funny Story" by Ned Vizzini, it helped me understand that it's okay to get help and even to get help in the hospital. It's a good book written by someone who struggled with suicidal thoughts and depression and actually spent time in a psych unit. So if you feel completely alone and don't want to I would recommend this book. 

Here's the link to the ygtbo Tumblr page: You're Going To Be Ok
I just started it so there are not many posts but it might be an easier access point for you.

"and there will be a day when you can say you're okay and mean it"

~ Dodie Clark - secret for the mad

secret for the mad - dodie clark

The website "The Mighty" is a website where people share their experiences with mental health, disease, and disability. Reading those stories can help you feel less alone in your battle.
Here's a link: https://themighty.com/

Feel Better

Here's a list of things to help me feel better maybe they'll you feel better

1. A shower, you don't have to wash your hair you can just stand there.
2. A bath, bubbles might help you feel better
3. Watching a funny t.v. show, I love watching New Girl or Psych
4. Watching a kid movie, Despicable Me is my go to
5. Exercising, you don't have to run 10 miles but a walk around the block sometimes helps
6. A good book
7. Sweat pants and a comfy t-shirt
8. Ice cream
9. Hanging out with a pet, I don't know what it is but dogs just make me happy
10. Music
11. Writing, spilling out feelings or writing a story either way works
12. Taking a nap, the human equivalent of turning it off then back on again
13. Talking to someone, it's not always crying on their shoulder sometimes it just talking about a book you read 
14. Sitting outside or just getting out of the house can really help
15. Sometimes stupid internet quizzes are a nice way to get your mind off things

Try making a list of things that make you feel better and try those things too.