Unpopular Opinion: Now Is A Good Time To Rewatch ‘Contagion’

I like to tell people its fun to test the waters. I want to be able to think about my fears and experience them in a safe environment. They have them everywhere, if you look. Lots of people die. Lots of people panic. Some people profit off of the chaos. Desperate people become violent. To be clear, this proposal is meant to be a little bit silly. You dont have to do everything you read about online....

February 27, 2020 · 1 min · 85 words · Rodney Williams

When You Accept The Things You Cannot Change, You’re Finally Free To Be Yourself

It may be related to a relationship, your finances, career, health, or otherwise. attempt to get a sense of how it is affecting you, while distancing yourself from the mental chatter. The idea of acceptance is difficult to grasp for many because people believe it implies resignation or apathy. Miguel Ángel Hernández Can you identify with this regarding your experience? The premise underlying any unpleasant experiences islearning to accept our thoughts, which neutralizes our pain and suffering....

February 27, 2020 · 2 min · 397 words · Jasmine Salazar

An Honest Account Of Being Trapped In China During Coronavirus

Are we mildly sick, or deathly ill? By Updated 5 years ago,April 27, 2020 It wasnt supposed to be like this. January 23, 2020. Its a warm, sunny afternoon in Xiamen, Fujian Province, China. Spring Festival holiday (a.k.a. Chinese New Year) just started for me. Im celebrating with my teaching colleagues in a bar near our school. Later on, a friend and I stuff ourselves at a buffet Ive wanted to try....

February 26, 2020 · 5 min · 854 words · Lori Moreno

I Am Sorry For The Hurt I Caused When I Was Hurting

Sometimes pain is unkind and I am sorry that you had to witness that. By Updated 5 years ago,February 29, 2020 I am sorry. I am sorry to everyone I hurt when I was hurting. Lisa Fotios I am sorry to everyone I hurt when I was battling my demons. The truth is Ive messed up. I burn and I crash and in the process I put some people on fire....

February 26, 2020 · 2 min · 238 words · Stefanie Butler

If The Love Is Real, You Can Tell Your Person Anything

You should be able to tell your forever person when you feel on the verge of breaking down. Or when you feel too overwhelmed to put anything else on your plate. No topic should be off limits. Sorin Sîrbu Nothing should be too serious or too silly, too heavy or too hypothetical. Even when you arent sure whether you consider your own emotions valid. Even when you feel kindve silly bringing up the topic at all....

February 26, 2020 · 2 min · 247 words · Lisa Church

People With Invisible Disabilities Shouldn’t Have To Prove Themselves

Like an iceberg, the majority of what is happening lays far below the surface. A smile doesnt always equate to joy. Illness doesnt always appear as bedridden and frail. Pepe Cast Zam Illness can present in a multitude of ways. Sometimes these ways arent always visible to the untrained eye. Socialization may be the only reprieve someone gets from their illness. Sometimes its a necessary distraction for ones survival. There are countless people struggling with invisible disabilities....

February 26, 2020 · 2 min · 230 words · Daniel Osborn

The Best Relationship Of Your Life Will Be With A Girl Who Loves Fearlessly

She loves fearlessly because she believes you are worth it. Recognize how beautiful that is, how important that is. By Updated 4 years ago,May 22, 2021 Love is a scary subject. Twenty20 / @thenathanrohrer When we talk about the significant parts of love, theyre perfect. Almost too good to be true, it seems. Yet when we look at the other side of love, it can be a terrifying journey. Because being open and vulnerable with someone is rough....

February 26, 2020 · 3 min · 455 words · Beth Neal

We Don’t Belong Together Anymore

I knew that I was over you when I stopped waiting for you to come back. I stopped believing that all we needed was a chance at a do-over. I stopped wishing for a second attempt to build a future with you. Lisa Fotios I stopped thinking that there was even the slightest chance to right all the wrongs between us. I saw clearly for the first time how there was no way we could have continued....

February 26, 2020 · 3 min · 444 words · Jill Frederick

What Each Zodiac Sign Always, Always Forgets

VIRGO: You forget life isn’t a competition against others – or against yourself. It’s great that you want to better yourself, but you shouldn’t turn everything into a game. It’s okay if you got more done yesterday than today. sheldon nand It’s okay if you were more productive last month than this month. By Updated 5 years ago,March 2, 2020 Aries You forget youre a strong person. Taurus You forget you arent going to die tomorrow....

February 26, 2020 · 3 min · 531 words · William Jordan

You’re Never Going To Get Better If You Remain On The Same Toxic Path

You arent going to get any better if you refuse to admit theres a problem. If you keep pretending youre okay when youve been screaming on the inside. You arent going to get any better if you are adamant about handling it on your own. Lucas Newton If you refuse to accept help from anyone else. If you insist on pushing everyone who tries to help you away. If you keep playing the part of a lone wolf....

February 26, 2020 · 2 min · 267 words · Michael Bryant

11 Ridiculously Easy Ways You Can Relieve Stress Right Now

Alexa, play a song that will lift my spirits. 2.Ask someone how their day is. Your neighbor, your dad, your Facebook friend. Anastasia Chazova 3.Make a checklist of all the things you want out of life. To write a book, move to a different state, make a certain salary. Write down the insignificant stuff, such as what style of clothes you feel most comfortable in. Writing down what you want out of life makes them feel more attainable....

February 25, 2020 · 2 min · 358 words · Alison Campbell

8 Common Pieces Of Dating Advice That Actually Suck

Theres no right way to date, but theres definitely a lot of wrong ways. By Updated 5 years ago,February 26, 2020 Dating advice is like folklore passed down through generations. Whether theres truth in those words is not of concern. Louis Hansel @shotsoflouis And I get it. Because I fell victim to believing this same kind of advice when I was younger. But that advice actually sucked. And its time to sort this all out....

February 25, 2020 · 3 min · 601 words · Adam White

A Reminder That Forced Love Is Worse Than Being Alone

By Updated 4 years ago,May 23, 2021 This is your wake up call. This is the wakeup call you dont want but know you need. One day youll fall in love. Daria Shevstova You wont guess if its the love for you. You wont lay awake at night, wondering if there is someone else out there better for you. You dont need someone else to protect you from feeling alone....

February 25, 2020 · 1 min · 197 words · Bruce Wilson