For this #MentalHealthMonday
1) Share a photo that brings you joy.
2) Share anything that‘s on your mind. Need to vent? Go for it!
My blooming hollyhocks bring me joy. As for what‘s on my mind, I‘ve realized that letting go of perfectionism is an act of rebellion in a world that expects women to be perfect.
Hope everyone is hanging in there 💜
“Books are humanity on the page”
Excerpt from: "The Little Vanilla Book: S&M Wisdom to Improve Your Everyday Life" by Lux Alani. Scribd.
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Purplicious Summer Pudding done! I‘m not sure if this is what it‘s supposed to look like, but it tastes good so I am happy!
#Cookbooks
Lorelei is supervising in the kitchen today. We‘re making Purplicious Summer Pudding from Jessie Sheehan‘s book Snackable Bakes.
#CatsOfLitsy #Cookbooks
Today‘s #MentalHealthMonday question is inspired by Paco de Leon‘s concept of the circle of control. When Paco has a moment of powerlessness, she focuses on what she can control. I‘ve adopted this approach when I feel powerless. It doesn‘t fix things I feel powerless about, but it helps me process them without falling into a pit of despair.
#TuesdayTunes
I‘ve been obsessed with this Queen song, which I discovered last week. Brian May sounds amazing on lead locals.
https://music.youtube.com/watch?v=Gkdi-vkMGz4&si=ZBqMP1uXbHTKzUz8
#MentalHeathMonday
Hard to believe it‘s the end of June! It‘s been a good month on a personal level. I‘ve had moments of joy, I‘ve read great books, and I‘ve stayed emotionally regulated despite the terrible things in the world. I‘m heartbroken and angry about all that‘s happening - but overall, I‘m doing better than I thought I might be six months into 2025.
How was your June?
Listened to some of this audiobook while I mowed the lawn today. I don‘t really like the writing, but the story is still entertaining. Kind of like a made for TV movie. I‘m 45% through, will see how the rest goes!
#MentalHealthMonday
I‘m coping by staying hydrated, watching YouTube videos by licensed mental health professionals, writing, and spending time outside later. And will probably do some reading too! Oh, and being less hard on myself. Hence this book!
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It is my 11th anniversary today. Hubby & I are watching this wonderful film with our sweet kitty napping beside us. I wouldn‘t have it any other way 💜
#TuesdayTunes a day late.
Love this song about being the family scapegoat & ending generational trauma.
“Please
Handle with ease
Ironing out a 50 year old crease
This shit is not a disease I am free
Healing what's broken 'fore I'm deceased
Fertilize new branches in this family tree”
https://music.youtube.com/watch?v=QWwV5VovVME&si=fgb2HidL_8rIFXIp
I learned about this book thanks to Madisyn Brown‘s YouTube video on being the family scapegoat. I‘m surprised I‘ve never heard of the book before. I‘m including the link to the video for those who are interested.
https://youtu.be/3_u-Njg1zYA?si=ieFvWqDLPVnOUq27
A romantic comedy about a singer/actress who discovers she has a baby thanks to a mixup at fertility clinic. I‘m not usually a fan of the secret baby trope, but I‘m intrigued by this story. I‘m listening to the audiobook and it‘s been entertaining so far!
A beautiful story with beautiful illustrations.
My French is limited, but I want to read this book. The illustrations look beautiful!
Wanted to share another song for #TuesdayTunes.
“When they bury our dreams
We push 'em up through concrete
We're growing where they can't see
Thеse roots run deep 'cause
We arе seeds
When we rise up
No weapon can stop us
No wall can block us
No hate can't stop love
We are seeds”
- Rissi Palmer, “Seeds”
https://music.youtube.com/watch?v=eLnPQTXr2Ns&si=hN0vv7KeaQz3HctL
A song for Pride Month. 🏳️🌈
https://music.youtube.com/watch?v=v9PMYfrQRMw&si=ZWLOVYNj0nnS6r88
#TuesdayTunes
#MentalHealthMonday
My metaphorical heart is heavy today. I‘m thinking of the people of LA.
Thanks @CatLass007 for inspiring today‘s question. Another inspiration is this song by the band Nightwish. Enjoy! https://youtu.be/yYtkPpFYzOo?si=Dq-zwTRzBJNE8s_I
“I am growing
Learning
Healing
Renewing”
Excerpt from: "Limerence, Love Bombs & Loneliness" by Caelynn Harper. Scribd.
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Someday travel
“I don‘t need unwarranted advice. I don‘t need other people‘s ego to tell me what to do with my own life and body. Nor do I want it. The funny thing is, the people who offer that advice are always the ones who don‘t want it either.”
Excerpt from: "Limerence, Love Bombs & Loneliness" by Caelynn Harper. Scribd.
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#MentalHealthMonday
My apologies for asking the same questions two weeks in a row. They‘re the only ones that came to mind.
1. Mixed feelings as usual. Sad & angry about the state of the country. Happy it‘s a good day for gardening. Happy my husband has the day off & we‘re spending it together.
2. I‘m focusing on what I can control.
My favorite Peter David novel. May his memory be a blessing.
Won a free copy of this book from StoryGraph. I am looking forward to reading it.
#MentalHealthMonday check in
1. TBH, I‘m not sure. Feeling many things, really. Tired & disappointed I didn‘t sleep well. Sad & frustrated by the world. Excited about gardening & picking up books at the library today.
2. I plan to do things that bring me joy. Listening to music. Doing some yard work. Listening to audiobooks. Taking long walks. Enjoying the sunshine.
“Don‘t let people tell you how to process your emotions, cry that shit out. Go to a rage room. Talk to a therapist. Journal.
You‘re allowed to feel things, even when what you feel ‘seems too much‘”
Excerpt from: "Limerence, Love Bombs & Loneliness" by Caelynn Harper. Scribd.
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Good news for Boots! She let the vet drawn her blood this time & her labs came back looking good. Her chronic kidney disease hadn‘t gotten significantly worse (some of her numbers have improved!) We still need to get her urine tested, but overall she is doing well. Can‘t believe she‘ll be 16 in July!
#CatsOfLitsy
“No one heals overnight.”
Excerpt from: "Limerence, Love Bombs & Loneliness" by Caelynn Harper. Scribd.
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At the vet with Boots again today. Fingers crossed she does well with having blood drawn. I get it, kitty, labs are no fun!
#CatsOfLitsy
A deep cut from my childhood. Any Heart fans here?
#TuesdayTunes
https://music.youtube.com/watch?v=J94yz4Jgq44&si=0v9z2uQsQ9yZyR9_
#MentalHealthMonday check in
How‘s everyone doing today? I‘m feeling a bit blah at the moment & decided to share this picture of a tulip in my yard. I find time spending time in nature helps with my mental health. How about you? Do you enjoy spending time in nature/outdoors?
Couldn‘t finish this. I‘m sure it‘s a wonderful story, but I couldn‘t stomach the creepy guy who repeatedly harassed the main character for a date. Eventually he blackmailed her & threatened to turn her in to the police (for a crime he knew she didn‘t commit) if she wouldn‘t say yes to him. Books with characters like that aren‘t for me.
#AllHailTheBail
Love, by its nature, must never seek to possess, harm, or control.
Excerpt from: "Limerence, Love Bombs & Loneliness" by Caelynn Harper. Scribd.
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Loneliness
There‘s a crushing gravity in knowing
No one owes you their time and presence
You understand this, and yet
All you know is the molasses like depths
Of bitter loneliness
Excerpt from: "Limerence, Love Bombs & Loneliness" by Caelynn Harper.
#Poetry #MentalHealth
Loving this wonderful cozy mystery series! #SeriesLove25
I saw Devon Gilfillian a few years ago - so good! He‘s a like-minded singer & fellow cat lover. Love his R & B style.
#TuesdayTunes
https://music.youtube.com/watch?v=8rLUi0a2oRo&si=ipMmQiaatuMDQMsY
Something I didn‘t mention for Mental Health Monday is that I‘ve started writing again. It‘s a reason I made an appointment with my counselor/coach. I‘ve struggled with writing due to fear, low self-confidence, etc. I‘m hoping my counselor can help if those feelings arise. 🤞🤞🤞
I enjoyed this wonderful book. Beautiful themes of love, healing, and starting over after abuse. It brightened day. My only minor complaint is that I could tell it was written by someone who had vacationed in Maine but not lived here. Vacationing here vs living here are two different experiences, IMO.
Aside from that, great read!
#MentalHealthMonday check-in
How‘s everyone? I‘m OK. Trying to maintain a balance between staying informed and staying sane. Made an appointment with my counselor/coach for next week. Today I went for a walk and finished this lovely audiobook. It was enjoyable.
Normally I do a second or third question, but I couldn‘t think of any today. So I thought a basic check-in would suffice. Hope everyone is hanging in there!
Doing a second #TuesdayTunes post for my late mother-in-law, who passed away nine years ago today. Prince died the day before her & I always think of her when I hear “Purple Rain”. She loved the color purple and she loved music. 💜
https://music.youtube.com/watch?v=iSBVeZrDfGY&si=HYG0w6BcTagZt2VF
I‘ve shared lots of Bee Gees for #TuesdayTunes. Today I thought I‘d share the title track from their 1991 High Civilization album. The song is supposedly a social commentary/protest-type tune, but I have yet to discover what the social commentary/protest is about. Whatever it is, there‘s something about it that feels relevant today. Perhaps it‘s the dystopian themes. ⬇️
https://music.youtube.com/watch?v=3TpJlIsjflM&si=JBP8Ue4NVZorGndX
Stacked.
Link to Steve Asbell‘s post on Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/steveasbell.com/post/3lmzagsw6dk2t
RFK Jr‘s recent statements about autism are troubling and dangerous. I encourage everyone to read the article I‘ve shared for more information. I also encourage you to read books like this one, written by an autistic author.
https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/making-meaning/202504/rfk-jrs-shocking-s...
#MentalHealthMonday checkin
1. Nervous about my cat‘s vet appointment. She has chronic kidney disease & I‘m worried her condition is worse.
2. I am cautious with mental health content creators. I follow some on YouTube. I try to stick to certified professionals & those who don‘t claim to have all the answers. Some of my favorites are Russell Razzaque, Patrick Teahan, & Emma McAdam. ⬇️
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