Holding space for all of the emotions. The desire to protect myself and family. The frustration with the circumstances. The understanding that nature won't always be on our side, and will never be reigned in. The profound sadness for those who have lost everything.
#Canadianwildfires
Just a photo of trinkets on my work desk. The jar is a specimen of real human brain. Needed to sprinkle in a serial killer vibe.
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Back to work after 2 weeks of medical leave. I have all the water, tea, and jello needed to get through today. Adult tonsillectomies are rough.
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The doctor is out! My tonsils have officially been evicted after a decade of giving me hell. Here's to two weeks of resting, watching all things crime/horror/thriller, and eating all the ice cream I desire.
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Had the absolute pleasure to see Nine Inch Nails in Grand Rapids, Michigan. During a time when humanity disappoints me on the daily, this was the glimmer I needed. Phenomenal performance.
Did I catch you doomscrolling? Relatable!
I’m absolutely not saying you should just tune out all of the bad news that we’re being inundated with, I’m saying that you should spend some time taking care of yourself so you can face these problems more effectively in the morning.
Here is your disappointing affirmation for the day from your friendly, tired psychologist:
"No need to worry, the next shoe will drop."
In this dumpster fire of a nation, we can have confidence that the current administration will keep dropping shoes.