NeatHeteroDude posted:

If anyone's struggling with loneliness right now, remember that human beings weren't meant to be by themselves for long periods of time. It's as important to your mental health to spend time with others offline (even over the phone!) as it is for your physical health to wear a mask in the grocery store
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Overall, being around people, even if you don't know them or even if you don't interact with them, is a necessary component for a happy, healthy lifestyle.

Weka posted:

Human beings aren't meant to do anything particularly as far as I can tell. Personally I'm looking forward to cutting back on my busy schedule of leaving the house once a week for the past month. I'm going to do so much not socializing and instead getting things done and I'm going to be happy and healthy.

lumpentroll posted:

NeatHeteroDude posted:

If anyone's struggling with loneliness right now, remember that human beings weren't meant to be by themselves for long periods of time. It's as important to your mental health to spend time with others offline (even over the phone!) as it is for your physical health to wear a mask in the grocery store.

I've noticed people wearing respirators, cutting contact with the outside world, etc., to prioritize keeping safe from COVID. It's important to feel safe and secure, but letting your mental health suffer to remain "status quo" with your physical health will only make you more depressed and anxious. If you're looking for a safe space to spend time with others, consider contacting your local game shop/Facebook group and asking to join a DnD game! Most people in the community are comfortable wearing masks and will not bother you for wearing yours.

Another idea is to go to the gym! You can wear your respirator, and people will leave you alone because it's the gym, and nobody gives a poo poo what anyone is doing in the gym. Most people are too busy looking at buff dudes or attractive women to care about your mask setup. They're also focusing on themselves because insecurity is very common in average and advanced gym-goers. Nobody's perfect, so if you're worried about being judged, just know you're not alone. If you wear a mask in the gym, it'll be a little harder to do cardio because the sweat from your face will make it difficult for air to pass in and out of the mask. However, I wear one and am happy practicing mental toughness in addition to physical strength!

Overall, being around people, even if you don't know them or even if you don't interact with them, is a necessary component for a happy, healthy lifestyle.

lumpentroll posted:

shut up

Homeless Friend posted:

you sound harpy

Loucks posted:

I encourage all mods itt to seize the day and go have a nice meal out followed by a film or clubbing. Leave those masks at home; you’re vaccinated, right?

GIRL BRAINS posted:

Staying deep in a pit like a cave goblin makes me extremely happy

NeatHeteroDude posted:

Done. Next?

Pepe Silvia Browne posted:

happiness tip: accept your fate!

NeatHeteroDude posted:

Bring your partner things while they're at work! A coffee, some flowers, an energy drink, or anything can really change the day for them. They'll appreciate the extra work you went through to see them during the day because it communicates that you love and care about them and their feelings. Partners may also enjoy rubbing it in on the people whose partners DONT visit them at work.

I try to come in once a week to see my wife, and I like to bring snacks, drinks, etc. , when I do!

NeatHeteroDude posted:

Make sure you check with them beforehand so that you're not crossing a boundary. But after you know it's okay, surprise them! A nice surprise at work can make all the difference.

Imagine that someone you love dropped by your work to give you an energy drink. Wouldn't that make you feel special?

Smythe posted:

i have a girlfriend

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Weka posted:

Human beings aren't meant to do anything particularly as far as I can tell. Personally I'm looking forward to cutting back on my busy schedule of leaving the house once a week for the past month. I'm going to do so much not socializing and instead getting things done and I'm going to be happy and healthy.

lumpentroll posted:

NeatHeteroDude posted:

Bring your partner things while they're at work! A coffee, some flowers, an energy drink, or anything can really change the day for them. They'll appreciate the extra work you went through to see them during the day because it communicates that you love and care about them and their feelings. Partners may also enjoy rubbing it in on the people whose partners DONT visit them at work.

I try to come in once a week to see my wife, and I like to bring snacks, drinks, etc. , when I do!

WrasslorMonkey posted:

and if u don't have a partner i guess just die lmao

McCracAttack posted:

I mean, y'all tell me if this is normal or not.

Cuttlefush posted:

this is normal but he's not ok

y'all

McCracAttack posted:

Is Smythe doing okay?

Smythe posted:

do u disagree that ajax was badass???

Shifty Nipples posted:

ok now i'm pretty sure you are mocking me as i have no partner

WrasslorMonkey posted:

and if u don't have a partner i guess just die lmao

NeatHeteroDude posted:

not every happiness tip has to be about you specifically! If you don't have a partner, consider bringing your friends something while they're at work. You'd talk to them beforehand and probably need to approach it differently, but I've had buddies bring me energy drinks and it's always been super cool. Don't surprise them, though.