thaddeus423

thaddeus423 t1_iu5q3uv wrote

Reply to [Image] “It is never too late to be what you might have been.” ~ George Eliot by Butterflies_Books

Decided after a long life of saying I’ll do it later to finally hit the gym.

The gains I’ve been seeing at even the most minimal of efforts in both my physical and mental health have been astounding.

This quote can refer to so many things, but it’s message is this;

Did you wake up today with a beat in your chest and air in your lungs? Yes?

Then today, we can try.

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thaddeus423 t1_isj0hv5 wrote

Reply to comment by phayke2 in [Image] Stop Shrinking to fit places you've Outgrown by itsdandyhere

There’s a certain safety and comfort in misery and unhappiness. You don’t really have anything to lose other than this low, so you don’t risk anything because why would you?

Happiness is a risk you have to take every day, since there’s a chance it doesn’t work out, whatever the occasion.

But humanity is here to connect and share and community, which is why we find these experiences so fulfilling.

So, I know it’s terrifying and alienating, but it’s hard work and a bit of a risk and a lot of fear of the unknown to try and be happy every day.

I can assure you it is most definitely worth it. You won’t ever grow if you don’t step out of your comfort zone.

You’re doing well, friend. Knowing is half the battle. Being aware of your mind and how it works and responds is how you learn more going forward.

I really do think you’ve got this. Keep putting in the work.

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thaddeus423 t1_isj02bf wrote

Reply to comment by lovelyracoon in [Image] Stop Shrinking to fit places you've Outgrown by itsdandyhere

I’m glad you were able to pull yourself out of the flames. That took a strength some of us may never know.

I hope you are doing well. Take back all of the pieces of yourself that you dropped off of yourself or let die to fit into places.

The destination we’re bound for will have enough space for us to not only be who we are, but to grow boundlessly.

May you find your rainforest.

Much love, friend.

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