General Discussion

[center][img]http://i.imgur.com/Tugjs9D.gif[/img] [columns][font=optima][size=5]welcome !![/font][/size]------ [font=times new roman]this is a general positivity/calming thread for when you're not feeling your best. [url=https://goo.gl/forms/oN69LAJfuax35rMW2]also has a pinglist,[/url] feel free to add yourself! almost everything is directly taken from this [url=http://sushinfood.tumblr.com/post/152945534175/calming-masterpost]post [/url] i just reuploaded it here for those who need it.[nextcol][quote=news][b]8/1/18 :[/b] i'm on a hiatus from updating the thread! ;; things have been rough for me lately and nothing has been working to make me feel better so far. i'll go back to updating this weekly when i feel better, in the mean time i'll sprinkle in stuff here and there. thank you all for the love on here! you're all great!! [b]5/18/18 :[/b] - badges added thanks to @/heckincat - thread has an official mascot, [url=http://flightrising.com/main.php?p=lair&id=97657&tab=dragon&did=18464002]hiro[/url] ! currently working on fancying up his bio, planning apparel, & etc - and this tiny news section[/quote][/columns] -----[/center] [font=optima][size=5]crisis/urgent support lines and sites[/font][/size] [font=times new roman][url=https://mentalillnessmouse.tumblr.com/post/21961172409/accepting-help-is-brave-hotlinescrisis-lines]hotlines/crisis lines for depression, domestic abuse, alcohol and drug abuse, teens, pregnancy, lgbt and more[/url] [url=http://www.mentalsupportcommunity.net/index.php?/forum/32-urgent-need/]mental support community[/url] - a forum where you can post that you are in a crisis right now and need peer support as soon as possible [url=https://www.imalive.org/]imalive crisis chat[/url] - online one-on-one chat for if you’re in at risk of hurting yourself etc [url=http://www.crisistextline.org/]Crisis Text Line[/url] - Text 741741 from anywhere in the USA to [i]text[/i] with a trained Crisis Counselor. (For if you don't feel comfortable talking with someone) [font=optima][size=5]relaxation/anxiety relief[/font][/size] [url=http://www.donothingfor2minutes.com/]do nothing for two minutes[/url] [url=http://weavesilk.com/]interactive silk art[/url] [url=https://www.calm.com/]guided relaxation[/url] [url=http://anasomnia.com/]watch a dream[/url] [url=http://stars.chromeexperiments.com/]100,000 stars[/url] [url=http://thisissand.com/]thisissand[/url] - create sandscapes on your screen with your mouse [url=http://31.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_mcyhfmktxG1qiz4tho1_500.gif]calming gif[/url] [url=https://s12.postimg.org/5bve4vilp/monkey_bliss.gif]another nice gif[/url] [url=http://dead-rainbow.tumblr.com/post/108825682249/anxiety-gif-master-post]whaaat a whole bunch of good gifs[/url] [font=optima][size=5]the quiet place project[/font][/size] [url=http://thequietplaceproject.com/thequietplace]the quiet place - find some quiet[/url] [url=http://thequietplaceproject.com/thethoughtsroom/]the thoughts room[/url] - a super calm page to unburden yourself from bad thoughts [url=http://thequietplaceproject.com/thedreamsroom/comfortspot]the comfort spot[/url] - a place for anonymous venting with out anybody judging you for who you are [url=http://thequietplaceproject.com/thedawnroom/?page=thedawnroom&lang=]the dawn room[/url] - my personal favourite, especially good for when you feel alone [url=http://thequietplaceproject.com/thedawnroom/?page=thedawnroom&lang=]know that it will be okay[/url] - when a moment is too hard for you - come here. [font=optima][size=5]music and sounds[/font][/size] [url=http://8tracks.com/jennifer-lawrence/inhale-exhale#smart_id]my anxiety relief playlist[/url] - on 8tracks [url=http://8tracks.com/jennifer-lawrence/darling-you-ll-be-okay]my positivity/recovery playlist[/url] - on 8tracks [url=https://coffitivity.com/]coffee shop sounds[/url] [url=http://www.rainymood.com/]rain sounds[/url] [url=http://www.calmsound.com/]calmsound - nature sounds[/url] [url=http://rainycafe.com/]rainycafe[/url] [url=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ryyPW754sJQ]animal crossing music + rain sounds[/url] Soft Piano: [url=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iTzCPaPS8iw]x[/url], [url=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y3Lbwcw3DHc]x[/url], [url=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8piW3EhixEQ&list=PLBA416ED2CDE8D2F6]x[/url] The Sound of Waves: [url=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OG2eGVt6v2o]x[/url] The Sound of a Storm + Waves: [url=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sTgg8WtGFTY]x[/url] [url=http://8tracks.com/abbxgail/sing-me-to-sleep]Sing Me to Sleep[/url] [url=http://8tracks.com/strigidae/mixes/1]Practically any of strigidae's playlists[/url] [url=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=re-YrW3ujGI]Ocean Floor Kisses[/url] (song) [url=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_iWfWEfvc-I]The Moon is a Harsh Mistress[/url] (song) [url=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=45G_vqbJAps]Playing Lute in the Rain in ESO[/url] - really soothing music with some lovely visuals too if you feel like watching it [font=optima][size=5]comfort food[/font][/size] [url=http://www.thecomfortofcooking.com/2013/05/1-minute-chocolate-chip-cookie-in-a-mug.html]one minute cookie in a mug[/url] [url=http://www.simplyrecipes.com/recipes/brownie_in_a_mug/]brownie in a mug[/url] [url=https://studentrecipes.com/recipes/snacks/]loads and loads of snacks[/url] - 533 quick and easy recipes for a range of snacks on studentrecipe [font=optima][size=5]advice and tips[/font][/size] [url=http://blossite.tumblr.com/post/71371346232/1-cut-your-hair-every-now-and-then-fresh-starts]how to be okay with yourself[/url] [url=http://elitedaily.com/life/25-new-years-resolutions-every-person-should-actually-make-for-2014/]25 resolutions[/url] [url=http://thesassycat.tinybytes.me/life-tips-you-need-to-know]life hacks[/url] [url=http://thesassycat.tinybytes.me/15-life-hacks-for-lazy-people]more life hacks[/url] [url=http://dedalvs.tumblr.com/post/48998678919/99-life-hacks-to-make-your-life-easier]a hella ton more life hacks[/url] - so many life hacks dude soon ur gonna never have a day-to-day stress again [url=http://abercrombier.tumblr.com/post/55087447083]how to love yourself[/url] [url=http://abercrombier.tumblr.com/post/55087447083]love yourself![/url] [url=http://health.howstuffworks.com/skin-care/nail-care/tips/5-ways-to-prevent-nail-biting.htm]stop biting your nails[/url] [url=http://www.realsimple.com/work-life/life-strategies/time-management/how-to-stop-procrastinating]stop procrastinating[/url] [url=http://www.prevention.com/health/healthy-living/stop-skipping-breakfast]stop skipping breakfast[/url] [url=http://rosesharks.deviantart.com/journal/A-Little-Bit-of-Body-Positivity-695437856]some body positivity [/url] [font=optima][size=5]videos and movies[/font][/size] [url=https://vine.co/v/h3UVgQPjv9F]What sadness can't puppies cure? None that was a trick question[/url] [url=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oeph_eX_pVw]random acts of kindness caught on film[/url] majority of the links don't work here, but i reccomend kisscartoon for any animated movie. [font=optima][size=5]distractions etc[/font][/size] [url=http://freerice.com/#/english-vocabulary/1547]rice questions[/url] - answer simple questions and donate free rice to people in poverty!! [url=http://www.theanimalrescuesite.com/clickToGive/ars/home]click to give[/url] - just click a button to donate (it costs nothing) food to animals shelters, people in poverty and homeless veterans; mammograms to fight breast cancer; therapy for people on the autism spectrum; alzheimer’s and diabetes research; a book to a child; protect wildlife habitat [url=http://www.brokenself.com/]break something[/url] - good for anger [url=http://www.ferryhalim.com/orisinal/]loads of cute games[/url] [url=http://killyouranxiety.com/post/59330764563/hobbies-masterpost]learn something new[/url] - a masterpost of hobbies [url=http://perchancetodance.tumblr.com/post/74686150045/queenbroslob-bryanthephotogeek]exercise like a superhero[/url] [url=http://perchancetodance.tumblr.com/post/56818874892/majere636-buzzfeed-sometimes-you-just-need]nice words[/url] [url=http://perchancetodance.tumblr.com/post/68128145608/cometcas-things-to-do-when-feeling-less-than]things to do when your sad[/url] [url=http://eelslap.com/]slap a bald guy with an eel[/url] - this is ridiculously entertaining [url=http://www.sanger.dk/]watch a dog lick your screen[/url] - it loops, so you could literally watch for hours if you want [url=http://calmingmanatee.com/8]calmingmanatee[/url] [url=http://www.dailypuppy.com/]daily puppy[/url] [url=https://mentalillnessmouse.tumblr.com/post/29539153962/how-to-make-a-comfort-box]how to make a comfort box[/url] [font=optima][size=5]games[/font][/size] [url=https://karastone.itch.io/super-uplifting-friendship-simulator]Super Uplifting Friendship Simulator[/url] : While specifically made for the creator's friend, it still provides some really sweet encouragement for some scenarios if you need it. (ex: dissatisfaction w/ your body, relationship troubles, family troubles, it's all really general stuff) [url=https://fi.itch.io/tiny-worlds-in-flasks]Tiny Worlds in Flasks[/url] [url=https://lube.itch.io/stars]stars[/url] : Short and sweet text game with some soft music and talk about stars. [url=https://bithox.itch.io/space-rat]Space Rat[/url] : A cute little story about a rat in space trying to get it's lunchbox back. [url=https://floriandcp.itch.io/koto]Koto[/url] : [i]"Relax. Listen to the whisper of the wind in the leaves. Play your Koto."[/i] [url=https://iansnyder.itch.io/constellations]Constellations[/url] : [i]"A puzzle game about tying string into knots."[/i] [url=https://krystman.itch.io/pico-checkmate]Pico Checkmate[/url] : A chess simulator, you can do it with an AI or a friend! [font=optima][size=5]extras[/font][/size] [url=http://emergencycompliment.com/#]emergency compliment![/url] [url=http://www.cse.unsw.edu.au/~geoffo/humour/flattery.html]lots of compliments [/url]- they even include ur name aw [url=http://finnickswand.tumblr.com/help]huge list of bloggers who have put themselves forward as willing to listen/chat without judgement[/url] [url=https://www.7cups.com/]7cupsoftea[/url] - free, anonymous, confidential talks with trained listeners [url=http://thenicestplaceontheinter.net/#]get a hug[/url] [font=optima][size=5]Calming/distracting Websites[/font][/size] [url=http://soundrown.com/]Soundrown.com[/url] - calming sounds to mix and match [url=http://www.newrafael.com/websites/]A website to distract yourself[/url] [url=http://gruntle.me/]Ungruntle yourself[/url] [url=http://make-everything-ok.com/]Press a magic button and fix everything[/url] [url=http://www.ferryhalim.com/orisinal/]Play cute games[/url] [url=http://abercrombier.tumblr.com/post/55087447083]How to love yourself[/url] [url=http://emergencycompliment.com/#]A website that compliments you[/url] [url=http://joshworth.com/dev/pixelspace/pixelspace_solarsystem.html]If the Moon Was Only One Pixel[/url] - Shows you how big space actually is, goes really well with music. [font=optima][size=5]Crafts and activities, easy and fun DYI projects[/font][/size] [url=http://www.brainphysics.com/lifestyle/anxiety/fun-and-simple-activities-that-help-reduce-anxiety]A list of things to do to curb anxiety[/url] [url=http://contagioushappiness.tumblr.com/post/44579216985/everything-about-this-post-is-perfect-because]Make a blanket nest[/url] [url=http://scarvenrot.tumblr.com/post/47878807736/militaryfit-bombshell-super-silky-summer-legs]Silky summer legs[/url] [url=https://cauldronsandcupcakes.com/2012/04/04/five-minute-fudge-recipe/]Five minute fudge[/url] [url=http://caseapp.com/]Make a phone case[/url] [url=https://www.pinterest.com/pin/203506476885127507/]Pretty gold-dipped feathers (for decorating or anything)[/url] [font=optima][size=5]What to do when:[/font][/size] [url=http://lucillezimmerman.com/2012/01/20/how-to-self-soothe-after-being-triggered/]You’ve been triggered[/url] [url=http://www.wikihow.com/Calm-Yourself-During-an-Anxiety-Attack]You’re having an anxiety attack[/url] [url=http://www.nlppati.com/articles/end-panic-attacks.shtml]You’re having a panic attack[/url] [url=http://www.livestrong.com/article/172420-how-to-fix-puffy-eyes-after-crying/]Your face is red and puffy after crying[/url] [url=http://psychcentral.com/blog/archives/2011/07/08/how-to-calm-down-after-a-fight/]You just had a fight[/url] [url=https://www.thehopeline.com/hate-yourself/]You hate yourself[/url] [url=http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2013/01/30/stress-relief-stress-tips-stress_n_2578439.html]You want to avoid being stressed[/url] [url=http://yourkickasslife.com/working-out/9-ways-to-get-over-your-ex/]You want to get over your ex[/url] [font=optima][size=5]Meditation and breathing[/font][/size] [url=http://www.chopra.com/articles/guided-meditations]Guided Meditations[/url] [url=http://www.donothingfor2minutes.com/]Do Nothing for 2 Minutes[/url] [url=https://www.calm.com/]Calm Down[/url] [url=http://disintegratedsanity.tumblr.com/post/36310446767/15-meditation-tips#notes]Meditation Tips[/url] [url=http://thequietplaceproject.com/90seconds]90 second relaxation exercise[/url] [font=optima][size=5]Simple things[/font][/size] [url=http://www.taghua.com/]Pretty Tree[/url] [url=http://www.fataltotheflesh.com/]See Some BLOOD[/url] [url=http://make-everything-ok.com/]Press a Button to Make Everything OK[/url] [url=http://calmingmanatee.com/0]Calming Manatee[/url] [url=http://68.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_mcyhfmktxG1qiz4tho1_500.gif]Calming Gif[/url] [font=optima][size=5]Make Something![/font][/size] [url=https://mentalillnessmouse.tumblr.com/post/29539153962/how-to-make-a-comfort-box]Make a Comfort Box[/url] [url=http://disintegratedsanity.tumblr.com/post/33229428384/caloriqe-i-l-l-u-m-i-n-e-glitter-jars-i#notes]Glitter Jar[/url] Or [url=http://perchancetodance.tumblr.com/post/76074406067/faeriesandlakes-birdghost-uclamsw-calm]This One[/url] [font=optima][size=5]Other Nice Things[/font][/size] [url=http://thequietplaceproject.com/]The Quiet Place. Shhhhh[/url] [url=http://thenicestplaceontheinter.net/]The Nicest Place on the Internet[/url] [url=http://www.lifeinneon.com/games/Player2.html]Player 2[/url] [url=http://www.casualgirlgamer.com/articles/entry/16/Top-10-most-relaxing-online-casual-games/]10 Most Relaxing Online Games[/url] [url=https://www.7cups.com/]Talk To Someone That Will Listen[/url] [url=http://killyouranxiety.com/post/60275305463/evalilith-kittykatears-advice-for-people-who]Not Having a Good Day?[/url] [url=http://abercrombier.tumblr.com/post/55087447083]How-to Love Yourself[/url] Ground Yourself [url=http://disintegratedsanity.tumblr.com/post/35208075891/finding-my-escape-through-art-grounding]X[/url] [url=https://mentalillnessmouse.tumblr.com/post/29402354876/grounding-techniques]X[/url] [url=http://fyoured.com/post/38455537918]X[/url] [url=http://thequietplaceproject.com/thequietplace]Mood Chart[/url] [url=http://www.donothingfor2minutes.com/]Do Nothing For Two Minutes[/url] [url=http://www.rainymood.com/]Rainymood[/url] [url=http://thequietplaceproject.com/thedreamsroom/comfortspot]The Comfort Spot[/url] [url=http://weavesilk.com/]Weave Silk[/url] [url=http://www.dolldivine.com/seed-plant-breeder.php]Seed Plant Breeder[/url] [url=http://thisissand.com/]This Is Sand[/url] [url=https://www.calm.com/]C.A.L.M[/url] [url=https://lube.itch.io/stars]take a moment to enjoy the stars[/url] [url=https://everydaylouie.itch.io/]basically?? any of everydaylouie's games, they're all very soft and calming to do. all have really nice music too[/url] [font=optima][size=5]Other Threads:[/font][/size] [url=http://www1.flightrising.com/forums/gend/2029824]Self Care Thread[/url] - [i]This thread is intended to help other users with little tips and such so they leave better than they came. If you have any self care tips you would like to post. Encouraging videos, relaxing songs, inspirational quotes, cute pictures, friendly messages, or you just need a place to vent, it's all welcome here![/i] [url=http://www1.flightrising.com/forums/gend/2033080/1]Reassurance Thread[/url] - [i]If you know of any fun or calming websites, or any information that may reassure those who are nervous, anxious, depressed or generally feeling glum for any reason whatsoever, please do share them. Let's build a safe space for us all to share when we need it![/i] [url=http://www1.flightrising.com/forums/cc/2373739/1]Positivity Dragons[/url] - [i]You select a dragon from your lair (preferably one that is really important to you for one reason or another), skins and apparel are optional, and draw them either doing something cute, with positive words to say, chibified, or a mix of any of these. You know, make someone's day a little brighter! I want to see some love from all the flights, for me and all the other people out there who are not doing so well. ;w; Sometimes, a kind word or a sweet picture is all it takes to turn even the gloomiest moment into something a little brighter.[/i] [font=optima][size=5]Suggestions:[/font][/size] know something that might fit in? i also take suggestions! 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thank you! <3

I'm going to do the free rice thing. I'm miserable and tired and someone should benefit from me needing a distraction.

To everyone as terrified as I am... stay determines...

These are some great links!! I love the rice questions and silk art!

[img]http://68.media.tumblr.com/b546aa4948e6c13f8addfe1ec4464c07/tumblr_og8h6l81iQ1s2am2ho2_500.jpg[/img] [img]http://68.media.tumblr.com/54fb516461b503614d7a8e97d7ca55cd/tumblr_og8h6l81iQ1s2am2ho1_500.jpg[/img] Snapdragons from my backyard. No idea how they got there, but I did see a bee pollinating them the other day! [img]http://68.media.tumblr.com/237b47c839cc7ca88e9a4e1ea1fbe9e6/tumblr_og8h283hjy1s2am2ho5_r1_500.jpg[/img] [img]http://68.media.tumblr.com/c82f4494a029a33cb68f16d4d031b295/tumblr_og8h283hjy1s2am2ho2_500.jpg[/img] And Jiro being his cute self!

I love the Free Rice site! Also, bumping this page~ u v u