General Discussion

[center][img]https://i.imgur.com/EOvobjK.png[/img] [size=6]Welcome to the Holiday Support Thread![/size][/center] [size=5]Explanation[/size] ----- These next few months celebrate comfort, food, friends, and family[sup][size=1]*[/size][/sup]. Some of us are a bit short on one or more of those things, which can make the holidays a little rough. Whether you're separated from your loved ones, have lost someone important, are stuck with (or have left) a bad blood-family, are suffering from financial hardship, or are generally stressed/lonely/depressed[sup][size=1]**[/size][/sup], feel free to pull up a chair and join in. This group is open to everyone who could use some support during the holidays. [size=5]What This Is/Isn't[/size] ----- [columns][url=https://discord.gg/NVdqy4K][img]https://i.imgur.com/TRAFhL8.png[/img][/url][nextcol][size=4] [color=#00AA00]IS: A signup spot for pings, Discord, hopefully some movie nights, and surprises (???)[/color] ISN'T: Counseling or medical advice. Seek help if you need it, be kind to yourself! [color=#00AA00]IS: A topic for discussing [url=http://www1.flightrising.com/forums/gend/2121179]common experiences[/url][/color] ISN'T: An attack on the holidays [color=#00AA00]IS: A way to know you're not alone[/color] [color=#00AA00]IS: A welcoming spot to share your story, if you'd like[/color] ISN'T: A pity party. Arguing about personal "suck factor" isn't strength ISN'T: A pity peep show. Taking steps to feel better isn't weakness [color=#00AA00]IS: A hangout group similar to a "Finals Support Group" or a fandom thread IS: honored to have you with us! ^.^[/color] [/columns] [size=5]Signing Up/What We Do[/size] ----- The [url=https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1lRUyX1T8dt_CjgdAULeTmjhrFFIvdesAlM83R-2uOTM/edit?usp=sharing]pinglist signup[/url] doubles as an activity roster, so check it out. Group size guides activity frequency--I'll set up Discord peaks and a movie night if we hit 5 people, more with more, etc. I'd also request that you introduce yourself on the thread ("Hey I'm <username>", some things you like, maybe a fun fact or cat picture). You don't need to talk about your circumstances unless you want to. [center][url=https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1lRUyX1T8dt_CjgdAULeTmjhrFFIvdesAlM83R-2uOTM/edit?usp=sharing][img]https://i.imgur.com/XTndgpo.png[/img][/url][/center] [color=darkorchid]Remember to use the pinglist! Folks who don't want pings can opt out with a single tick mark, don't be shy. Don't go pinging folks four times a day, but otherwise, [u]ping people[/u]! This group flat-out won't reach its full potential without people other than me pinging. And remember the golden rule's cousin: behavior propagates, so if you wish you got more kind, supportive posts, you can start it up yourself! :)[/color] ----- [size=2]*Posting from the US. But whether your country celebrates the Thanksgiving/Christmas/New Years trio or not, you're welcome to join the support group! **There's a difference between feeling depressed and having depression. If you have depression, please talk to a medical professional if you haven't already! Also, sorry about the logo! Hopefully I can commission a replacement at some point, hah.

[size=5]Show Your Support![/size] ----- [img]https://i.imgur.com/FqNIYr8.png[/img] [code][url=http://www1.flightrising.com/forums/gend/2312263][img]https://i.imgur.com/FqNIYr8.png[/img][/url][/code] [img]https://i.imgur.com/ayINvi1.gif[/img] [code][url=http://www1.flightrising.com/forums/gend/2312263][img]https://i.imgur.com/ayINvi1.gif[/img][/url][/code] [img]https://i.imgur.com/3BvK2LY.gif[/img] [code][url=http://www1.flightrising.com/forums/gend/2312263][img]https://i.imgur.com/3BvK2LY.gif[/img][/url][/code] [img]https://i.imgur.com/yscQsT7.png[/img] (too unsettling not to share, hah) [code][url=http://www1.flightrising.com/forums/gend/2312263][img]https://i.imgur.com/yscQsT7.png[/img][/url][/code]

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Hey y'all, I'm Oranitha, and I like writing cheesy stuff, botany, and programming. And I'm starting this thread like two weeks early for ~reasons~! Here's some rabbits while I set up. [img]https://i.imgur.com/6CYbvZn.jpg[/img]