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Sometimes we are too busy to focus on the outside world instead of ourselves, too busy to help others and forget our needs. I have been drawing and posting on Instagram for some years, using cute and fun doodles to remind all of us that we deserve love and joy.
Whatever day you are having, I hope you remember there is a Soolooka in your heart.
Make self-care and self-love a habit, and practice it every day. Love yourself 1% more each day, it adds up.
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#1
Even we practise self-love, we choose positivity, sometimes we get hurt, and we still love. If you feel like you can’t love now, have faith, you will love again.
Final score:
108points
I'm Cheng Chi Sing (Jessey), an illustrator from Hong Kong who is behind Soolooka. My illustrations focus on self-love and self-care. I draw in hopes of inspiring and encouraging souls to see their stars and reminding them that they are lovable no matter what they are going through.
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#2
If you think tears are bad, probably you haven’t noticed the growth the tears bring to your heart.
Final score:
81points
#3
I'm not someone who has been drawing since I was little. My family thought I was an untalented child when it came to art. However, in 2016, I plucked up the courage and started an Instagram account posting my drawings without any formal training in art. I am self-taught, I watched a few online videos to get the idea of drawing.
After I decided to quit my last job and take a break, I started thinking about what I can do next. One day I heard a voice inside of me saying "learn illustration and share what you’ve learned from the past and in everyday life with others". Of course, I doubted if I could really do it. But my heart told me firmly just to do it anyway. And this was where I started to create Soolooka and share self-love through Soolooka.
#4
How can you see clearly who you are if you always doubt yourself? And with all the emotions. But you are more than you think you are, allow yourself to see the true beautiful you.
Final score:
71points
ShayLynne Bronson 6 years ago
That inspires me so much to keep going in life and believe in myself!
yumyum 3 years ago
It's like an iceberg where one can only see the tip of the iceberg but the rest is under the water and cannot be seen. Similarly you're not able to see 90% of what you are because you're under the sea of self doubt
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Sometimes bad mood visits with an invitation, it may stay for a while or maybe long, BUT it will go away.
Final score:
66points
Magpie 6 years ago
I read that as : hang on. It will get better with the right help. It won't always be this bad. ( yes i am in remission from depression)
Pixie 3 years ago
The worst part of depression is actually knowing that it will get better, but not beeing able to believe/feel this in the deepest part of depression. You know, the time when it is most important to know it
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Lorraine Woollands 3 years ago
I have depression and anxiety and I lost my 12 year old dog this morning and I am now feeling all of these
Geoffrey Holland 6 years ago
Yeah, no. This is a dangerous way of saying that depression doesn't matter. And isn't real.
Soolooka (Submission author) 6 years ago
I wasn't saying depression doesn't matter and will never say so! I made this because i want people to see the hope, that negative emotions can go away. many people are working hard to find a way out, and need some encouragement.
Load More Replies...The name "Soolooka" came to my husband’s mind in a conversation about spirituality. And now it’s a magic word to remind everyone that you deserve love and joy.
I get inspiration from my past experiences and everyday life. I always am inspired by others through books and conversations too. Another way to get inspired, which I find very interesting, is talking with my heart. Every day I reserve some time, long or short, to talk with my heart, to feel what it feels, and to listen to what it wants to tell me.
#6
Magpie 6 years ago
I just learnt: If a person spoke to me the way I speak to me...I would stop contact. recently i learnt: When the nasty voice of mine starts being nasty ( again), say to her " "interesting, I will think about that later, right now I am doing x. "
Magpie 6 years ago
ctd: It sounds simple, it is hard to do. But oh my! the relief. apology for the double " i learnt"
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Besides creating illustrations, I love to read books. Books show me what’s in the author's heart and mind that I can always learn something from. I also like to write Chinese calligraphy which makes me calm.
Something I would like to say to the audience: I hope through my illustrations, you can see the magic inside you. And even on dark days, the illustrations can give you love and light.
#8
white widow 6 years ago
So true. I've fallen into this trap where I only did things for others and forgot about myself.
Cristina Sacchi 6 years ago (edited)
Actually narcissists ask others to do for them. It's a healthy habit to balance what we do for others and we do for ourselves.
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How often do we let self-blame to stop us from moving on? Forgive yourself and be free.
Final score:
52points
Mrs Spencer 6 years ago
The one thing I learnt this year in therapy was to forgive myself for the things that happened to me that weren’t my fault and to forgive myself the things that were xxxx
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#12
Always remember you are amazing, and be willing to see the good in you.
Final score:
43points
Magpie 6 years ago
VERY hard for a depressed person to do this. Sometimes I can just be proud of myself for adopting a 14 year old cat. I don't know what happened to his people. But he deserves kindness too.
Susan De Rosier 3 years ago
Abundant Blessings to you ! You and your new "baby" will begin to heal each other. Many thanks for opening your heart to an older animal - wish more people knew the blessings they would receive !!!
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Baali Venomax 6 years ago
society programs us as children not to see it, because thats arrogant and selfish. So we will always be trying to find it and in the process buy things to help. Its set up to make you feel bad.
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Mrs Spencer 6 years ago
Unfortunately sometimes we can listen to those negative feelings too much x
Magpie 6 years ago
It is a tricky balance. Fortunately we can start again. Just pick a time, any time, and say this is the new day starting now. If it all falls apart, start again. And try to do something creative like you used to do in school.
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They've saved my life more than once, and stopped me trusting the wrong people ever again.
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Baali Venomax 6 years ago
Yes. I do it every year, when the air gets so cold its hard to breathe, i stay indoors and sleep more.
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Mrs Spencer 6 years ago
The 3-4 friends is better than nobody. Always rely on yourself first to love you. You are important. You are worthy. You are amazing. You are special.
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#18
Anna Salord 6 years ago
I'm kind of obsessed in trying to help others, even ones that have wronged me. Some people think it's my best trait, but then I don't have the power or the confidencde to actually help. And I NEVER do it for myself. I don't know how to change.
Baali Venomax 6 years ago
I do this. I get called selfish, self absorbed and unapproachable. You can't win heh.
#19
Magpie 6 years ago
With the right help this can be changed. Hold on! It can and will get better. HOLD ON.
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#20
We are not able to control everything in life, we can still choose how to enjoy life.
Final score:
30points
#21
Are you too busy focusing on others that we forget that you need your own attention too? Always remember to love ourselves
Final score:
29points
Magpie 6 years ago
You are not alone Adrianna. It takes practise. Stop thinking about it, and physically do something kind for yourself. And then it takes more practise. Hold on. Buy a bunch of flowers " for the house". Do something you loved doing earlier. Drawing / singing/ running, anything. You do not have to draw etc for anyone else.
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Baali Venomax 6 years ago
But dont discount fear. Fear is the place you go to learn. Fear is what keeps you safe and alive. We probably need both to be balanced.
#23
Cristina Sacchi 6 years ago
@geoffrey sounds like you had a bad experience with a narcissist at some point in your life. Not everyone is that way. There are people that will genuinely love you and want to help you through your hard times. The way you speak to others and mostly yourself is what your actions will be. Be careful which words you choose to let out.
Indigo Parry-Husbands 6 years ago
omfg why do people like you even exist on this planet
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Are you letting others’ comments, expectations, discouragement or stories to shape your future? Let go of those and create your own desired reality.
Final score:
27points
#25
Because we have choices, we won’t feel trapped. Maybe not all the choices are good ones, at least we know we will pick the best one at the moment.
Final score:
26points
D. Pitbull 6 years ago
Exactly. Even if it's not a choice we would say to ourselves is our own ideal - there is still a choice. If we can admit the options we never considered before as existing, we grow and become richer, more compassionate human beings.
#26
The process is not always an easy one, you may even think it will never lead you anywhere but struggle and regret. Have faith, trust yourself and trust the process, everything will be OK.
Final score:
25points
#27
Baali Venomax 6 years ago
We need both :D I prefer to think of myself as a *fallen* angel :D
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Baali Venomax 6 years ago
This one is near impossible for a sufferer of BPD (Borderline Personality Disorder)
Magpie 6 years ago
Do not do it to yourself either. Tell that horrible voice ( we all have ) " later , I'm doing this now "
white widow 6 years ago
Tell it to just shut up! You are always worth it!
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#30
CookieNeerrrrd 6 years ago
you should be at the top of your priority list! take care of yourself!!
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#36
Everyone has the magic power to make a thought grow, make sure you choose the thoughts that make your life better.
Final score:
14points
#40
#42
It seems easier to give love to others than ourselves, let’s give more love to ourselves, we deserve love.
Final score:
12points
#46
Self-love is a journey, it’s the willingness to take care and love yourselves, it’s saying no to what you don’t want, it’s the acceptance of yourself even you made mistakes
Final score:
10points
#47
Sometimes when we don’t know which way to go, trust yourself and life and notice the signs
Final score:
9points
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Kha Duong 6 years ago
I wrote a comment then deleted it, because i am a coward and knew there would be people who will take it the wrong way. If you need help, please ask and seek it from trained professionals. If you had the misfortune of meeting health professionals and people in your lives that dismiss your mental illness and loneliness, I'm sorry. Keep trying to communicate your pain, try to understand the biologically and physiological components behind it, and make whatever changes you can to improve yourself, your mood, and etc... There are free and reliable research on pubmed you can read to try to understand a bit more. There is no drug, no treatment, no one person, or an instant moment that cures depression and/or feelings of loneliness/inadequacy/loss. There's only so much friends, family, and the internet can do for you. Soolooka used her time and emotional energy to create beautiful artwork, hoping to bring a bit more light into this world. Thank you Sooloka, and the people who commented.
Kha Duong 6 years ago
The changes don't need to be grand. Just things that you're capable of doing now, that will bring you slightly closer to the objective. Reminding yourself to think a little more positively, be a little more empathetic, even once a day counts. I mention the research papers because they are (1) resources if you aren't interested in pictures or need more information, and to (2) point out how daunting it is for Soolooka to capture all that in her artwork.
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Spastic Fish 6 years ago
to anyone reading Geoffrey Holland's comments: you are not a narcissist just because you love yourself, self-love is important for your mental health and wellbeing.
Luisa Vasconcelos 6 years ago
Thank you for brain washing me. The messages are absolutely beautiful and powerful and the images are a mix of cute and satisfying to watch.
Anna Lourie 6 years ago
I can feel how I heal while reading these. I'm going through a hard time atm and they give me hope and strength to overcome it.
Soolooka (Post author) 6 years ago
I am glad that they help, sending you lotsss of love
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Berengaria Adams 6 years ago
these all made my day better, thank you for sharing these lovely illustrations ^^
Eline 3 years ago
Thank you Soolooka. Really. I needed this more than i thought. It's sometimes hard to be kind to myself. I'm working on it everyday, even if sometimes my depression hurt me. To everyone here, I give free hugs full of kindness and support if you need it. Have a good day, take care of you.
that one sushi 5 years ago
these are so sweet cute and true. love yourself, because if you don't no one will
Kha Duong 6 years ago
I wrote a comment then deleted it, because i am a coward and knew there would be people who will take it the wrong way. If you need help, please ask and seek it from trained professionals. If you had the misfortune of meeting health professionals and people in your lives that dismiss your mental illness and loneliness, I'm sorry. Keep trying to communicate your pain, try to understand the biologically and physiological components behind it, and make whatever changes you can to improve yourself, your mood, and etc... There are free and reliable research on pubmed you can read to try to understand a bit more. There is no drug, no treatment, no one person, or an instant moment that cures depression and/or feelings of loneliness/inadequacy/loss. There's only so much friends, family, and the internet can do for you. Soolooka used her time and emotional energy to create beautiful artwork, hoping to bring a bit more light into this world. Thank you Sooloka, and the people who commented.
Kha Duong 6 years ago
The changes don't need to be grand. Just things that you're capable of doing now, that will bring you slightly closer to the objective. Reminding yourself to think a little more positively, be a little more empathetic, even once a day counts. I mention the research papers because they are (1) resources if you aren't interested in pictures or need more information, and to (2) point out how daunting it is for Soolooka to capture all that in her artwork.
Load More Replies... Spastic Fish 6 years ago
to anyone reading Geoffrey Holland's comments: you are not a narcissist just because you love yourself, self-love is important for your mental health and wellbeing.
Luisa Vasconcelos 6 years ago
Thank you for brain washing me. The messages are absolutely beautiful and powerful and the images are a mix of cute and satisfying to watch.
Anna Lourie 6 years ago
I can feel how I heal while reading these. I'm going through a hard time atm and they give me hope and strength to overcome it.
Soolooka (Post author) 6 years ago
I am glad that they help, sending you lotsss of love
Load More Replies... Berengaria Adams 6 years ago
these all made my day better, thank you for sharing these lovely illustrations ^^
Eline 3 years ago
Thank you Soolooka. Really. I needed this more than i thought. It's sometimes hard to be kind to myself. I'm working on it everyday, even if sometimes my depression hurt me. To everyone here, I give free hugs full of kindness and support if you need it. Have a good day, take care of you.
that one sushi 5 years ago
these are so sweet cute and true. love yourself, because if you don't no one will
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