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One of the coping mechanisms that my therapist has given me is to radically change my body temperature when I feel overwhelmed. This could be a cold shower or a piping hot bath. I usually choose the bath. Taking the time out of my day to light a candle, smoke a joint, and remember to relax is my saving grace. I love spending this time with myself to decompress from a long day and find so much comfort in the solitude. It's my way of putting a Do Not Disturb sign on my life.
Apr 26, 2023
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I’ve been spending more time on self-care and recently discovered the luxury of taking a hot bath.
It’s fantastic. I love turning my little bathroom into a spa. Lighting up some candles, and really committing to relaxation.
Nov 3, 2024
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~So I’ve gotten into taking baths. I can’t explain it but it feels more analog. I used to think of it as a more time consuming option but now I feel it’s actually more efficient. The pressure of designating time for it to be both functional and experiential leads to letting myself get bored, which brings about a clear but gentle conclusion. Boredom is a luxury. I used to think new thoughts so often out of boredom, but now it feels like I’m trying to be productive or I’ve left my body entirely, so I’ve been leaning in to get back to active boredom. There are plenty of ways to make it an experience. The only time I’ll drink ice in a drink is in a bath, because effectively you’re already a soup. So drinking la croix or gatorade on ice in the bath is a crazy experience to feel your guts being all cold and your skin being warm. A good way to get back into my body is to make it the intersection of polarizing temperatures. I also love the idea of robes but I can’t figure out when I’m meant to wear one, and the best I can tell is around bathtime. I love putting the Dr Teals Lavender salts right under the faucet because it either dissolves them or disperses them from jump as it’s filling, and then the Almond Cleansing Oil from Trader Joes is a moisturizing option for your cleansing tasks that take place as you’re brining your body in salt.
Jul 7, 2022
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I started taking baths this past semester because we have a beautiful ceramic tub in my campus housing block. It’s now turned into prime decompression time for me. Sometimes I’ll read a book, sometimes I’ll just lay back and close my eyes for a little bit. Now I have a playlist of calm music I listen to in there sometimes. I truly look forward to it every day.
Jan 23, 2025
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I make photo albums of the polaroids I take of my friends, work, and travels. I love having a physical object that can bring back so many memories. Like many, reading the book The Artist's Way helped me find ways to connect to myself and my art. I adopted the practice of "Morning Pages" which is writing three pages in a journal stream of consciousness style to empty your mind of cluttered thoughts before you get into your day. This has helped my anxiety levels and enhanced my focus so much. I love reading them back after enough time has passed to reflect on what has worried me and remind myself that all things must pass.
Apr 26, 2023
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There is no shame in choosing to end a pregnancy for any reason. I ended one of my own when I was 19 because I was not ready to have a child. It wasn’t a big deal. I have never regretted my decision and feel so grateful to have received safe and affordable care. This level of healthcare should be available for anyone choosing to have an abortion. Donating to abortionfunds.org is a critical way to redistribute your funds if you find yourself lucky enough to have extra income.
Apr 26, 2023
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My favorite way to achieve a sunkissed glow. I love to apply this to my collarbones and shoulders for an extra bronzed appearance. This is the best product I have found that allows me to look like I have been outside without looking like I rubbed brown stuff all over myself. My summer staple.
Apr 26, 2023