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For the first time in weeks, its quiet here this morning. I woke up a bear this morning, pounding headache, high anxiety, and tired af after a bad night's sleep. I've taken a few moments to myself to meditate, and reflect on the unusual quiet, the calm stillness of the lake. Let it fill me up, and wash away as much of the negative feelings in me as I'm able, before I start my day. It's helped. Here's to better starts for everyone. #stillness #quietplace #meditation https://www.instagram.com/p/B1GxXAGhXOw/?igshid=v1pynbn7xz53

While following @adrienelouise in a Reuniting with my Breath practice this afternoon, I also got to reunite with my kitty's monstrous weight. Made for some challenging extra breath work. lol. A little thick she may be, but I still love it when she practices with me. 😊 #yogawithadriene #pranayama #breathislife #mycatisfat #mycatisliterallygarfield #mycatisthebest https://www.instagram.com/p/B1CmParHzF9/?igshid=1nc3e25vgk0jb

Very excited to be off work for the next couple of weeks! #vacation #rechargetime #vacationfrommyproblems https://www.instagram.com/p/B0rH9YxBR6V/?igshid=2g0b8a3ddlda

Some people with depression

- cannot get out of bed. Some can. 

- cannot keep a job. Some can. 

- cannot eat. Some can. 

- cannot stop eating. Some can. 

- self-harm. Some don’t. 

- are suicidal. Some aren’t. 

- take medication. Some don’t. 

- have more bad days than others 

- have more support systems than others

My point is that depression is not universal and while there is a general cluster of symptoms, it manifests differently in everyone. You can’t always spot depression on the street, in the grocery store, or at them gym. Depression doesn’t always jump out at you and let you know that there’s a person who is hurting deeply. Don’t contribute to stigmatization. 

Finally feeling a little more myself today! I've learned from experience not to overdo it when the good days come, so this evening its time to relax. A little Thai and some Netflix tonight. So it's an actual Netflix and Chill, without all the sex. Lol. Do people still say Netflix and Chill even, or am I just really old? How does everyone else recharge when they need to? #migrainelife #rechargeyoursoul #recharge https://www.instagram.com/p/B0W4pjrBqDc/?igshid=11hjps781zsuo

Been getting a higher frequency of migraines lately. More anxiety + more insomnia = more migraines, and they're both triggers for me. Becomes a bit of a vicious cycle. Tried to make it through a work day but had to bail at halftime today. I came home to do a gentle yoga and meditation practice and got some help from one of my furry friends. She pretty much refused to get off of me. I think she believes that if she sits on me I'll feel better. I think she's right. #migrainelife #migrainesupport #therapycat https://www.instagram.com/p/B0RuGLLhOKb/?igshid=6ya9rnm7brja

100% me. No issues washing and drying the laundry. But folding it? Right up there with going to the dentist. Just one of the things @geminijaime gets to put with. But look at how the colour adds to the decor! 😅 https://www.instagram.com/p/B0JMRXgh2vX/?igshid=htv5xh8h88uh

This made me laugh way too hard. Maybe the data analytics ppl at the office could hang this up... #nerdhumour https://www.instagram.com/p/BzvdS2UhYAg/?igshid=iigs2hpz0dlw

Tonight, I'm recharging. Because as on the path to my own version of enlightenment as I'd like to think I am, I still have to remind myself how necessary recharging really is. And this isn't the worst view to come home and do a yoga for tension relief practice to. Love this one, @adrienelouise #yogaformentalhealth #yogaforanxiety #yogaforanybody https://www.instagram.com/p/BzrILeLhI5e/?igshid=1wn2sz7h18vei

Here's a view of my city I haven't had in oh, 25 years. #citytransit #buspeople #nothavingwheelsmustreallysuck https://www.instagram.com/p/BzgcEDvBoHSPaqmZwNKnsfZe5ImbqebfLNVNK00/?igshid=1mlomxabdc2sw

Happy Canada Day! Featuring Captain Canada, first without and then with catchphrase. Also Robin Sparkles. #canadaday2019 #canadakicksass #bestcountryintheworld (at North Bay, Ontario) https://www.instagram.com/p/BzYufj0h8jc2KjBF6SWI5sc3C3HlSaUFniBPZ80/?igshid=rvthjkxehz1q

The books available to read in the employee 'help yourself' pile at work could use a refresh. (This is currently the entire library). #justsaynotoromancenovels #giveabooktakeabook #ifyoudo #pleasemakeitagoodbook #Ineedtodonatesomebooks https://www.instagram.com/p/ByspMdFnKqsGxkG1ONG-ugOLTDAn3ijO6-tNFE0/?igshid=15ls5ylxhptp4

I didn't even realize that there was a month for migraine awareness. I'm too busy getting them maybe? I do wish more people got it. Having (more than one) invisible illness can be hard sometimes. #migraine #migrainessuck https://www.instagram.com/p/BysHqavn0-kZ-36jLbY_zx2uZbXyv6vkA19cwI0/?igshid=4zfqyyd9pl69

Not listed: Nothing that tastes good. At all. Next time I'll read the packaging first... https://www.instagram.com/p/ByinMGiB-BpApaWuWXFHzHxcDVkg57sXFyS-Bc0/?igshid=2ezgov2hphwz

My kid is the coolest. She spent a lot of time this past weekend working on a 3D map of her fictional city (New Asguard). The dinosaur paddock was particularly inspired. #mykidrocks https://www.instagram.com/p/ByaSrv8BpuvDW2w8zZpHwtPeLNTEcMvvhV3wV00/?igshid=aezcbdsbgxt1

Some Avengers memes just in time for tonight. Don't worry, they are spoiler-free. And funny and/or sad. #spoilerfree #assemblealready https://www.instagram.com/p/BwsJx3CB47pAvcNNgp_DQA-mLE3RDukWbFbTtA0/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=1ers9iu769mhb

What do you do on Endgame Eve? You eat junk food and you re-watch Infinity War for like the 30th time, that's what. #avengersendgame #mykidisthecoolest #notamcdonaldsad https://www.instagram.com/p/Bwp3ARdBuIHUN3u8JC_fY88ka9vMB4WG5KT03U0/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=1h3hff8an6rz7

There was a spectacular sunset tonight, and I think I got lucky with this shot. There is always beauty to be found. We just have to be mindful enough to notice it. (at Lake Nipissing) https://www.instagram.com/p/Bwdg6EihDhYUQSfk4ZdN5nI4c3Y1h5sscoqQao0/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=7wluatxyc52

It's been a long time since I've owned a copy of this album. It's beat up af, and I don't know who the hell Butterworth is. Even so. I can't wait to play this... #darksideofthemoon #vinylsoundsbetter https://www.instagram.com/p/BwH4-CZBXfeGEn9RGEn9nuKQ5XJJf5p9QgavlI0/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=1rlk7poze03ip

Looking after yourself isn't selfish; it's necessary. Look after yourselves when you need to. This inspirational message was sent to me earlier by @omhomelife and I wanted to share. They're good words. #selfcare #selflove #nonotthatkind https://www.instagram.com/p/BvWkRrVBKfWvHmW7MJLIggzLEb3xhV-uhQZ0Mg0/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=m53s9t7c0gcs

I have gotten into the habit of rolling a D20 each day; my own "how is today going to go?" thing. Today I rolled this. I am going to go through my day with extreme caution. lol. #mylifeisanrpg #rolledaone #criticalfail #fumble https://www.instagram.com/p/BvRh-SphhHV5Ve7MmuJ8X77Idjz2fBdKv-zzsg0/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=1dn5vnf9hmije

So true. Look after yourselves, everybody. https://www.instagram.com/p/BuuMpVzhm-9IedxVCwAJSNHc4ZvECVgh-VkAqQ0/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=1ktmfy90kvh0h

It's been one of those very busy weeks of vacation, filled with family and amazing adventures (and more stress than I need at some points, tbh). So, today, we're slowing things to a crawl and are going to recharge by the pool, me with a new book to crack open. When your cup is empty, you have nothing left to offer others. #rechargemybatteries #fillmycup #vacationfrommyvacation (at Paia, Hawaii) https://www.instagram.com/p/Bub9SwmB5Pp3ihY8jE5P5Op3eZx0OoAMwM71zo0/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=ifbehluih4zi

My view last week, vs my view this morning. So, so grateful at this moment. #practicinggratitude #myfamilyisamazing (at Paia, Hawaii) https://www.instagram.com/p/BuRgTxAheg4CjeMCeK53HU1JKmL--XL2JFEGvY0/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=60g4httw0tf7

I'd pick this one for sure. If only...

Before the beginning of last year, I came across an idea about documenting positive experiences over a year by jotting down little notes of 'Good Things' that take place, so that at a future point, you can look back, maybe when you need to see the positives, or to gain perspective. I call the various things I have to deal with my "bag of hammers". (Not my idea. I stole it from Michael J. Fox.) We all carry one of these bags around with us; it's just the contents that differ between each of us. At the moment, my bag of hammers is heavier than usual, and I thought this would be a good time to review my list of 'Good Things', and begin anew. I wanted to share this in case any of you like the idea and wanted to try it out yourself. And to say out loud that it's ok to talk about the things in each of our bags of hammers, and ok for us to have to carry them. As I look through my list from last year, I am strengthened, and am able to find gratitude for all of the things, large and small that I have to be thankful for. #practicinggratitudehelps #affirmationshelp #itsoktoneedhelp https://www.instagram.com/p/BtN_menBhJBOikj480tO2ukiSYpYTl452ZpBaI0/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=dtiwvfuh10hl

Got a nice surprise today. I'd pre-ordered this on Audible awhile back, and it released today. So looking forward to hearing Tom Baker read his own new Doctor who novel. #doctorwho #4ismydoctor https://www.instagram.com/p/BtBRPeuAVx4hjTRMfybsZ5_yGbD5dxtsFNjqYs0/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=1bhgt00vj50d7

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Literally me, right now. https://www.instagram.com/p/BrvCsfMAdcAv0CNG-p3HejTfzSr2pbF9LMMxXc0/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=1jm3q0j9812it