I feel like paying more attention to the tiny mundane things in life that bring you some joy can make a big difference in reining in some of the negative thoughts and feelings. easier said than done but ascribing more weight and meaning to even the tiniest things makes me feel generally happier and more focused on the present. like going for a walk and being in nature even for a few mins, seeing a cat in someone’s window, making yourself a hot chocolate in your favorite mug when it’s cold outside
Mar 4, 2025
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If you can do this, every day is filled with moments that fill you with joy and wonder. This already happened to me like eight times today, starting with my perfect smoothie (other moments included seeing a squirrel, walking past these cool flowers that look like fried eggs, and smelling the new perfume samples I ordered). It’s pretty easy, just go stand outside and look at something beautiful. There are gorgeous things everywhere. If you’re having trouble connecting with this, which I do sometimes because I’m not a lobotomized freak and also because life can truly beat you down, just take like 1-2 grams of mushrooms like two hours before sunset and then go on a super long walk with great music in your headphones and I promise you’ll remember how fucking cool it is just to get to be alive.
Oct 20, 2023
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Try to pick up the habit of taking walks around local parks, forests (where you feel like it’s safe) or if it is a possibility go on hikings. And this advice is particularly special for you, as a fellow artist I have this theory that we have this ability of finding beauty in everything, even in the things we might not even like. And most definitely I’m sure you’ll find yourself amazed by the things you’ll find by looking at your surroundings with calm and attention. There is no better way to feel alive than by feeling amazed, feeling wonder. It makes me, the world and my problems feel insignificant against the beauty of it.
May 10, 2025
peaceful, quiet morning. birdwatched with my cat, drank my tea& read a chapter from my book. listened to a new album which i actually really really liked. made my otherwise grim breakfast fun so i could find some pleasure in eating. i havent enjoyed being alive like this in a while. nice to be present for once.
May 16, 2025
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This frog was above the door to a convenience store that I used to walk by all the time and it just made me happy every time I saw him
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I’ve played around with a lot of different art styles and mediums but right now I’m really into drawing silly little critters and doing kind of like a kids book illustration kinda thing. here’s some bugs working in an office because i thought it was funny
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We are different species and don’t understand each other but love each other and are best friends and she’s just this little creature that lives in my house?? She is fluffy circle
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