🌤️ How Are You Feeling Today? Use 1 Word or a Whole Paragraph!
Hey everyone 💙
This thread is a safe space for you to check in and share how you’re feeling today — whether it’s one word, a sentence, or a full paragraph. There’s no pressure to be “okay.” Whether you’re thriving or struggling, your feelings are valid.
You can answer like:
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"Tired but hopeful."
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"Anxious — I have a lot on my mind lately and can’t seem to shut it off."
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"Grateful. Today felt like a small step forward."
You’re welcome to come back and post as often as you need — daily, weekly, or whenever something is on your heart.
💬 Let’s support each other with kindness and empathy. You never know who might feel less alone reading your post. 💙
So… **how are you feeling today?**👇
@Eman144
Optimistic ☺️
I don't remember the last time I got almost 8 hrs sleep. 7h 58m according to my tracker.
Today is my Half Friday, finish work at 12:30PM and WHOHOO 10 days of much needed vacation.
I hope I can reset my brain and start on a path to peace in my mind. 😀
@braindamag3
That’s amazing to hear — almost 8 hours of sleep and the start of a well-deserved break? That’s such a win! 🎉 I really hope these next 10 days give you the space to rest, reset, and reconnect with the peace you’re looking for. You’ve earned it, and I’m rooting for you all the way. Enjoy every moment!
@Eman144
today we feeling rested and the anger we been able to work through more so more at peace too
@stormieandpaws I'm happy to hear that 💜🥰
@stormieandpaws
I’m really glad to hear you’re feeling more rested today, and that you’ve been able to work through some of that anger. That kind of inner work takes a lot of strength, and finding even a little more peace is such a powerful step forward. You deserve that calm.
@Eman144
thanks we not been on most the weekend heat getting to us a lot and well muggy here too rained again last night then hot again today for were we live hope you doing well
Grateful
@azureAcres1605 💜🥰
@azureAcres1605
That’s really wonderful to hear. I’m so grateful you’re finding some rest and peace after everything you’ve been carrying. It takes courage to sit with anger and work through it, and I’m thankful you’re getting to a place where things feel a little lighter. You deserve every bit of that peace.
Mean:
Thank you for your kind words. ❤️
@Eman144
A bit on the anxious side.
Have my eye appointment this afternoon and the waiting is eating at me.
@Eman144
Turns out the growth on my left eye only needs cortical steroid drops for a week and regular drops on going. Then monitor every so often and hope I can keep it from getting any bigger.
So no surgery in the immediate future. 👍
@braindamag3 thank God for that 💜
@braindamag3
I get that — the waiting can be the hardest part. It’s completely okay to feel anxious about it. You’re doing your best by showing up and taking care of your health, and that’s something to be proud of. I’ll be thinking of you this afternoon — I hope it goes smoothly and brings some relief or clarity. You’ve got this.
@Eman144 Tired, just woke up a short time ago, still largely traumatized from what happened with me some days ago, and currently studying. I fell asleep looking at a selection of books online last night too. 😂
@lovingCat6978
Sounds like you’ve had a lot going on lately, and now you're juggling all that with studying. I’m sorry to hear you’re still feeling the effects of what happened a few days ago—it can really take a toll. Is there anything specific on your mind about it, or are you just trying to push through?
Also, I totally get how easy it is to fall asleep looking at books online! It's like the mind's way of saying "We’re done for the day," haha. What kind of books were you checking out?
@Eman144 Yeah... it's been like this for most of my life anyhow, it's not so much worse as it used to be, and that I can definitely be grateful for. I find that studying can actually be therapeutic, especially if it's about a much more light-hearted topic.
As to answer one of your questions: It could've gotten any better, had I been more careful with how I swam before I suffered a non-fatal drowning. I think as much as I like to reflect on what happened during most recent times, I think my focus went towards recovering, the most I can do while trying to live the most 'normal' life I can. (Aka, several chronic disabilities and illnesses tend to weigh me down anyhow.) I wouldn't say pushing through per sei, I see it as me trying to make myself feel more comfortable about some events, after I do some of the inner work to, well... NOT be as traumatized as I already have been for several years. (Side note: I'm still thanking my partner heavily for saving me even still.)
I suppose whenever I do anything that doesn't cause as much of a stress to the brain (learning anything can actually induce that stress, it's the brain's way of learning new things and registering information as you go.) like browsing new books and doing my research on authors or illustrators I find to see any information I need to know before delving into a new book in general, I often set aside that time naturally. I think I spotted some books that were on a public library (a very lovely person actually recommended some books to me a day or two prior to now), so I'm still looking into those. However, I did spot a book called "A Mango-Shaped Space" by Wendy Mass. I've been figuring out more about it that's making me want to locate a copy sometime soon! 😊
Today I am not feeling my best and that is because I have a lung infection called Pleurisy. It’s very painful when I breathe. I am right. I am resting all weekend so I can recover quickly. Any good vibes my way would definitely help.
@Mishka1599 Oh no... please rest well, that has to be really uncomfortable and painful! 😥 I hope you feel better as quickly as possible.
It is very painful. Thank you for your kind words.
@Mishka1599 sending you healing wishes to feel better soon 🥰💜
Thank you for your kindness
@Mishka1599
I’m really sorry to hear you’re dealing with pleurisy—it sounds incredibly painful, especially when you have to breathe deeply. Resting is definitely the right call, and I’m sending you all the good vibes I can for a smooth and speedy recovery. 💙
Is there anything I can do to help take your mind off the pain? Maybe some chill conversation or a distraction while you rest?
Omg your kind words touched me. Thank you for them and for cheering me up. You are so so kind. I would love to have a good conversation if you would like., but I’m sure you are busy and I don’t want to put you out. I am here to chat at any time.😀
Like its another day in a boring cycle
@MJ57490
I hear you—it can feel like you're stuck in a loop, especially when you're not feeling your best. Sometimes when things feel like a cycle, it’s hard to find the energy to break out of it. Are you able to do anything today that might help shake things up a bit, even if it’s just something small? Or maybe something to treat yourself while you’re resting?
I’m just feeling sad and lonely right now. My heart feels so heavy.
@HopefulSoulPH welcome, and sending you best wishes, you do not have to be alone here 💜🥰
@HopefulSoulPH
I’m really sorry you’re feeling this way right now—it’s tough when the sadness just weighs on you like that. Sometimes it feels like nothing can lift it, and that heaviness can really take a toll. You don’t have to go through it alone, though. I’m here to listen, and if there’s anything specific on your mind, I’m all ears.
Hopeful and trying to move on
@Sparku
That’s good to hear. Even just holding onto a bit of hope and trying to move forward, even if it’s slow, is a big step. It’s not always easy, but every little effort counts. Is there anything that’s helping you stay hopeful, or things you're focusing on to keep pushing forward? Sometimes it’s the smallest shifts that can make a big difference.
@Eman144 i feel sad and calm and created this account because i feel that by continuing that pattern of emotions im gonna turn sad and unhappy and uncomfortable.
@sadcalmboy
I'm really glad you created this account and reached out. It takes a lot of courage to face those emotions head-on, especially when it feels like they’re starting to take over. I get how easy it can be to fall into a cycle where sadness feels like the only emotion, and it can make everything feel heavy. The fact that you’re aware of it and want to change the pattern already shows you’re taking steps to protect your well-being.
Do you want to talk about what’s been making you feel this way, or maybe we can figure out something that might help break that pattern, even just a little? You don’t have to go through this on your own.