Runs with scissors
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Nan Nan to three wonderful kiddos, cat mom, Def Leppard superfan, and passionate about ocean, wildlife, and beach preservation. Member of Oregon Coastwatch.
IG and YouTube: Oregon Coast Beachcomber
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Doing one chore or errand every work-day so I can actually enjoy a day off, rather than having to catch up on all the cleaning and errands no one wants to do on off-days.
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Cleaning up as I cook. I often felt very overwhelmed with a dirty kitchen and a ton of dishes to do once I was done with cooking a meal. I started to make it a habit to clean up as I cook, and it instantly became more manageable when I'm done and can enjoy my meal instead of stressing out about the mess.
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I'm only allowed to insult myself with G-rated 'curse words.' If I realize I forgot an errand or missed an email, I'll think, 'Good job, you goose,' or, 'Aw, you've messed this up, dillweed'. Then, instead of dwelling on berating myself, I'm smiling because 'goober' is just a funny insult.
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I decided to answer every spam call with my best pirate impression. Now, telemarketers probably think they've dialed the wrong century, and I've found my inner pirate swagger. Cheers!
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Audiobooks. I get them free from my library app and listen to them to and from work, and when I do chores like dishes and laundry. Suddenly, I don't mind taking the time to fold my clothes perfectly because I'm being entertained while doing so. I also never had time to sit and dedicate time to reading, but this way I can consume books on the go. I read four books in 2021. I read two books in 2022. I read four books in the first six months of 2023. Then I got into audiobooks and read 17 books in the last six months of 2023. This year's looking even better. I'm already on my fourth book since New Year's!Reddit post
I quit my religion/cult and my anxiety walked out the door. It was life-changing! I quit putting my happiness and decisions in 'god’s hands' and started just focusing on what I wanted and I got so much better. I feel in total control of my life.
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Not working until I am on the clock and stopping work when I'm off the clock. My time is my time.
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Started declining invitations I didn't feel like attending such as going out with people I don't like that much, big social events with a lot of expectations, activities with friends that I wouldn't like to do if they weren't going... And all of that with a simple "no thanks, I don't actually feel like it because X". No excuses, no easy lies such as "that day's my grandma's birthday", no fake feelings like "awww I wish I could BUT". Being the owner of my free time and learning to say no without needing to give further explanations has done wonders for my mental health.euphonicbliss reply
Started learning the names of the plants and birds I see every day. Sounds dumb but I live in a metro area and was treating the nature around me like visual white noise. Once I started learning the names of what’s around me, I started really seeing it, and then I suddenly saw it everywhere. That kind of noticing has really enriched my life. I love walking past a bush and thinking “forsythia!” like it’s a friend I recognize. It makes me feel like I’m part of my environment rather than just existing inside it.ErinMcLaren reply
A few months ago, I picked up one of those cheap floral bouquets while on a grocery run. I really enjoyed arranging them, smelling them, watching them bloom over the next ten days. So next grocery run I bought another. Now every grocery run I buy myself a $7-12 bouquet. I trim them, i rearrange including last week's blooms that are still in great shape. I envision having my own sunroom or greenhouse to grow my own flowers sometime in the future. It brings an inordinate amount of joy. 💐Foodiebride reply
Drinking enough water - I didn't realize how much of my body discomfort daily was just dehydration.
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I finally at 78 years of age admitted that I was gay and got a very nice FWB my age and we get together once or twice a week have great sex for a couple of hours then go to lunch and talk to I am immensely happy.
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I set my iPhone to only accept calls from people in my contacts. Do I miss an occasional call that I need to take? Yep. They leave a message, and I call them back. If it is a business or organization that I deal with semiregularly, I add them to my contacts. The important thing, for me, is that I get ZERO spam/scam calls anymore. Well, ones that ring through, anyways. On average, I was getting over 30 of them every day. I am much happier with this setup.GuaranteeComfortable reply
Choosing to focus on positive aspects of my marriage. Learning to communicate without getting angry or overwhelmed. Cutting out toxic family from my life. Hanging out with my dad once a month to reconnect and strengthen our bond. Forgiving myself for abusing my body with food so I can become healthier. Learning that I can improve my life daily with small habits.Show All 18 Upvotes
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A few months ago, I picked up one of those cheap floral bouquets while on a grocery run. I really enjoyed arranging them, smelling them, watching them bloom over the next ten days. So next grocery run I bought another. Now every grocery run I buy myself a $7-12 bouquet. I trim them, i rearrange including last week's blooms that are still in great shape. I envision having my own sunroom or greenhouse to grow my own flowers sometime in the future. It brings an inordinate amount of joy. 💐Foodiebride reply
Drinking enough water - I didn't realize how much of my body discomfort daily was just dehydration.GuaranteeComfortable reply
Choosing to focus on positive aspects of my marriage. Learning to communicate without getting angry or overwhelmed. Cutting out toxic family from my life. Hanging out with my dad once a month to reconnect and strengthen our bond. Forgiving myself for abusing my body with food so I can become healthier. Learning that I can improve my life daily with small habits.XLittleMagpieX reply
Also when I walk my dog I’ve started listening to sound baths and practicing mindfulness. I try to notice everything… different colours, how the ground feels beneath my feet, the breeze in my hair, the way the sunlight filters through the trees. I pick up interesting leaves and rocks to look at up close and see how they feel in my hand. I probably look nuts, but I always come back feeling so relaxed having given my brain a break from anxieties and stresses.Reddit post
Audiobooks. I get them free from my library app and listen to them to and from work, and when I do chores like dishes and laundry. Suddenly, I don't mind taking the time to fold my clothes perfectly because I'm being entertained while doing so. I also never had time to sit and dedicate time to reading, but this way I can consume books on the go. I read four books in 2021. I read two books in 2022. I read four books in the first six months of 2023. Then I got into audiobooks and read 17 books in the last six months of 2023. This year's looking even better. I'm already on my fourth book since New Year's!This Panda hasn't followed anyone yet
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