I used to be obsessed with collaging as a kid, and recently got back into it. It's fun, low-stakes, and you can use anything you have lying around. Now, I only give my friends collaged birthday cards.
I think the biggest thing my therapist helped me realize is that moments that are tough or seasons of your life that seem impossible will not last forever. It is not about sitting in the struggle but understanding how to effectively work through it.
accept the love that is presented to you and do not run away from it, each opportunity to hang is a bid for connection, take them in stride and with open arms