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30 Wholesome Comics About Mental Health And Everyday Life By ‘Haley Drew This’
Artist Haley Weaver a.k.a. Haley Drew This connects the inner and the outer. The individual and the collective. Her comics surrounding issues like mental health, relationships, and selfhood encompass so many aspects of the human experience, you could just say they are about life. Yes, that might sound a little abstract, but Haley's work is multi-dimensional and can't be described with one adjective. So a broad noun will have to do.
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Haley went to Gettysburg College, a small liberal arts school. She studied English with a writing concentration and competed on the swim team. And if you're wondering, yes, she did take a civil war course.
Over the years, Haley found that sitting down and focusing on drawing — like penning the curve of a circle or the corner of a square — helps her feel present and connected rather than high strung and worried. "It makes my brain feel less like a livewire and more like a spark," she told Articles of Antiquity.
"I've always loved doodling. When I first started my art account, my goal was to draw regularly while making art that connected with people. I think my style has transformed over the years, but still feels rooted in that original goal."
everyone feels a bit of the holiday cheer... even if you don't want to!
Speaking to The Charlotte Observer, the artist said her work receives mind-blowing amounts of support. "I love seeing people tag their friends in the comments or direct message me to say that my drawing helped them or inspired them or simply made them happy. That's been the coolest—to feel like I'm making an impact beyond what I ever could’ve before."
Haley currently has over 307K followers but she's not only posting to Instagram. She's scrolling through it as well. Out of everyone Haley follows herself, she really likes @webcomic_name for a delightfully predictable punchline, @ziwef and @hicaitlinreilly for the laughs, and @chanel_miller for beautiful storytelling. If you like her work, check out these accounts as well. Chances are, you'll adore them too.
Ugh, I had to go to the store for a few things and it seemed like 1 out of every 4 people weren't wearing a mask right! Let me remind you that it was Christmas Eve and they still can't have the decency to wear a piece of damn cloth in a crowded store. Do these people really care if they get others sick or if they get sick themselves! They're are just selfish I guess.
The stores where I live won't let you in unless you've got a mask on.
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Also they keep you warmer in the winter, block bad smells outdoors and indoors, they set a good example, signal to people that you take public health seriously, and they look nice. Also they stop people from telling you to smile! They aren’t miracles though, so people still have to distance.
Wear your mask. If people with breathing problems can wear them, then so can you.
I actually kind of *enjoy* wearing a mask. It makes me feel safe and I know I'm being responsible and doing a good thing, plus you can do what I did and make a fashion statement out of it by wearing one with a funny slogan or a picture on it! (Mine has a big pair of red lips and says "NO KISS!").
i don't get why people don't like their masks - i love my mask. it gives me comfort that people aren't staring at my ugly face
I feel the same, but at the same time helping others. Win/win!
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I wonder how many of the anti-maskers have no problem with the PATRIOT act or full body scans and taking off shoes at the airport.
me with the virus and legally not needing to remain in quarantine.... goes to a Trump speech thing without a facemask, gives everyone there the virus >:) P.S. this is a joke, i didnt actually do it, but i actually have the coronavirus and im quarantined at my home even tho i dont legally need to. Yes, the quarantine system is legit weird.
I always like how Harry (Potter) says that the dementors make him feel like he'll never be happy again. That's EXACTLY how depression makes me feel. It takes a lot of work from my rational mind to remind myself that it's not true.
Things to bottle: True moments of sincerity between you and treasured individual Things not to bottle: Walking through a puddle of water you didn't notice while wearing you favourite pair of socks
small acts of affection and shows of appreciation can go a long way
Don't worry. I was in my 40's before I started to feel like I was getting there.
Wow. I feel like a lot of these are positive, mine would be shorter and only negative situations because I’m the type of person who only cries when sad/angry.
Note: this post originally had 60 images. It’s been shortened to the top 30 images based on user votes.
When it is raining, find rainbows. 🌧🌈 When it is dark, find stars. ⭐️
TBH, found this to be rather trite and lacking understanding. Seems to me most applicable for bad days, down moods, and short situational depression - but if you have a life of persistent depression, trauma, are bipolar 2, or BPD this does not apply except on your Best days. Anyone that says one "should just do" is trivializing the struggle, and means you aren't listening (probably because you are uncomfortable with their emotions). Never "should" a person, rather ask "is there a way I can help" if you are Honesly inclined.
Thank you for sharing your opinion, however, let's not forget that there are plenty of people with "bad days, down moods and short situational depression" that might well profit from this post. If it doesn't string the right chord with you it does not mean that the art is bad, it is just not made for you. You will find something else that suits you better! <3
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When it is raining, find rainbows. 🌧🌈 When it is dark, find stars. ⭐️
TBH, found this to be rather trite and lacking understanding. Seems to me most applicable for bad days, down moods, and short situational depression - but if you have a life of persistent depression, trauma, are bipolar 2, or BPD this does not apply except on your Best days. Anyone that says one "should just do" is trivializing the struggle, and means you aren't listening (probably because you are uncomfortable with their emotions). Never "should" a person, rather ask "is there a way I can help" if you are Honesly inclined.
Thank you for sharing your opinion, however, let's not forget that there are plenty of people with "bad days, down moods and short situational depression" that might well profit from this post. If it doesn't string the right chord with you it does not mean that the art is bad, it is just not made for you. You will find something else that suits you better! <3
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