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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago
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These last few days are always tough for me for personal reasons but I've found this year especially hard. I usually lock everyone out & wallow but my best friends wouldn't let me so last night we all got together, talked, listened to music, danced & laughed. Feeling much more positive so was curious...what cheers you up? |
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By *emini ManMan
over a year ago
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Music played loud is usually good to blow troubles away for me - find I can lose myself in it and things suddenly don't feel so bad, add the company of good friends and some laughter to that and the blues usually disappear completely  |
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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago
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"My 3 yr old boy no matter how down i am the love and exitement he has when he sees me is pure magic"
There's magic in your children's cuddles I've always thought. |
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By *iReyWoman
over a year ago
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This being my first Christmas as a singleton in 10 years, I found myself feeling quite miserable.
So I got on the sofa, with a blanket,a brew, the cat on my knee and watched serial killer documentaries all night. Cheered me right up lol  |
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By (user no longer on site) OP
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"Music played loud is usually good to blow troubles away for me - find I can lose myself in it and things suddenly don't feel so bad, add the company of good friends and some laughter to that and the blues usually disappear completely "
Exactly what my evening was like. |
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By (user no longer on site)
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"My 3 yr old boy no matter how down i am the love and exitement he has when he sees me is pure magic
There's magic in your children's cuddles I've always thought."
deffo is |
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By *eliWoman
over a year ago
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Friends are brilliant mood boosters, glad you're better Op. For me it would be going for a long drive, listening to music or watching a so awful it's good gilm. Or sometimes just having a good talk. Baking is quite good as well because it's methodical and therapeutic. |
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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago
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"This being my first Christmas as a singleton in 10 years, I found myself feeling quite miserable.
So I got on the sofa, with a blanket,a brew, the cat on my knee and watched serial killer documentaries all night. Cheered me right up lol "
Think why this year has been extra hard for me too, first without my children since Christmas night, did similar to you & do love a crime programme. Glad it helped. |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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Looking out of the kitchen window into woodlands, seeing The sky ,wildlife & thinking how Lucky we are to enjoy nature & the simple things in life that are free |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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I think its easier for women to talk to their friends about it not so easy for guys but lucky enough i have quite a few female friends that i can talk to when im feeling low and they always make me feel better and even just sending out some messages on here and getting a reply can be a big mood booster x |
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By (user no longer on site)
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A few drinks and chat with friends always cheers me up ,and going to the gym and walking the dog makes me feel better,basically anything that gets me out of the house except driving. |
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By (user no longer on site) OP
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"Friends are brilliant mood boosters, glad you're better Op. For me it would be going for a long drive, listening to music or watching a so awful it's good gilm. Or sometimes just having a good talk. Baking is quite good as well because it's methodical and therapeutic."
Thank you.
Love a good weepy film or comedy too. Baking sounds good, sure eating it after helps too. |
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By (user no longer on site) OP
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"Looking out of the kitchen window into woodlands, seeing The sky ,wildlife & thinking how Lucky we are to enjoy nature & the simple things in life that are free "
Agree, appreciate life & everything in it. |
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By (user no longer on site) OP
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"I think its easier for women to talk to their friends about it not so easy for guys but lucky enough i have quite a few female friends that i can talk to when im feeling low and they always make me feel better and even just sending out some messages on here and getting a reply can be a big mood booster x "
So glad you've friends you can chat to also. |
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By (user no longer on site) OP
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"A few drinks and chat with friends always cheers me up ,and going to the gym and walking the dog makes me feel better,basically anything that gets me out of the house except driving."
Exercise is a good idea. |
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By (user no longer on site)
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"I think its easier for women to talk to their friends about it not so easy for guys but lucky enough i have quite a few female friends that i can talk to when im feeling low and they always make me feel better and even just sending out some messages on here and getting a reply can be a big mood booster x
So glad you've friends you can chat to also."
If ur ever feeling low and want to chat ur more than welcome to drop me a message its sometimes easier to talk to someone u dont know personally but understands how u feel x |
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Fresh air, dogs, connecting with friends, my voluntary work, exercise (although usually I have to force myself and I wait until the next day to feel better).
Sometimes a short cry or wallow with or without music, sleeping it off, reflection.
Worst case, I go asking for professional help. |
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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago
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"Usually I would take myself for a long run, there's nothing like the freeing sensation of your body finding it's rhythm and your mind roaming away. "
Zone out of your worries, I get that. |
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By *r TriomanMan
over a year ago
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"Looking through the OP's profile and long cycle rides cheer me up 
Thank you, might dig my bike out."
Now there's a thought, have a ride with you, getting all hot, sweaty and out of breath together
Just say when and where. Now that would certainly cheer me up! |
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By (user no longer on site) OP
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"I think its easier for women to talk to their friends about it not so easy for guys but lucky enough i have quite a few female friends that i can talk to when im feeling low and they always make me feel better and even just sending out some messages on here and getting a reply can be a big mood booster x
So glad you've friends you can chat to also.
If ur ever feeling low and want to chat ur more than welcome to drop me a message its sometimes easier to talk to someone u dont know personally but understands how u feel x "
Thank you lovely, that's really kind of you x |
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By (user no longer on site)
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"I think its easier for women to talk to their friends about it not so easy for guys but lucky enough i have quite a few female friends that i can talk to when im feeling low and they always make me feel better and even just sending out some messages on here and getting a reply can be a big mood booster x
So glad you've friends you can chat to also.
If ur ever feeling low and want to chat ur more than welcome to drop me a message its sometimes easier to talk to someone u dont know personally but understands how u feel x
Thank you lovely, that's really kind of you x"
Ur very welcome and would be my honour x |
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By (user no longer on site) OP
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"Fresh air, dogs, connecting with friends, my voluntary work, exercise (although usually I have to force myself and I wait until the next day to feel better).
Sometimes a short cry or wallow with or without music, sleeping it off, reflection.
Worst case, I go asking for professional help. "
A good cry does help. |
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By (user no longer on site) OP
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"Looking through the OP's profile and long cycle rides cheer me up
Thank you, might dig my bike out.
Now there's a thought, have a ride with you, getting all hot, sweaty and out of breath together
Just say when and where. Now that would certainly cheer me up!"
Its been so long since I've been on my bike I think I'd only make it to the end of my street before I'm out of breath! |
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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago
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"Watching the news cheers me up because someone somewhere has had a worse day than me.
Kind of puts things in Perspective"
Very true, always someone worse off. |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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"A few drinks and chat with friends always cheers me up ,and going to the gym and walking the dog makes me feel better,basically anything that gets me out of the house except driving.
Exercise is a good idea."
Walking is supposedly the best exercise,especially if nice country pub enroute |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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Glad you’re feeling a little better at a difficult time OP xx
We’ve currently got 2 week old puppies.. can’t cuddle them without my heart swelling! Instant mood lifter. Ask me again once they’re causing havoc though |
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By (user no longer on site)
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Endorphin release so exercise, hugs, sex, laughter and time with friends.
Actually being with anyone you can be completely yourself with and not worry about being judged or critiqued. |
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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago
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"Driving fast and cooking, not at the same time obviously! Seeing people enjoying the food I've spent time preparing makes me very happy."
It's great when it's appreciated. |
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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago
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"Sorry you haven't been feeling it liberty.
I have been going on walks, no direction or compass just walking.
Looking what's going on around me "
Thank you, feeling better now.
I enjoy an aimless walk, headphones in. |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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"You just cheered me up OP , glad to hear you’ve got such good mates."
Threads like this cheer me up.
And the help threads when people are feeling crap and Fabites lift them up.  |
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By *r TriomanMan
over a year ago
Chippenham Malmesbury area |
"Looking through the OP's profile and long cycle rides cheer me up
Thank you, might dig my bike out.
Now there's a thought, have a ride with you, getting all hot, sweaty and out of breath together
Just say when and where. Now that would certainly cheer me up!
Its been so long since I've been on my bike I think I'd only make it to the end of my street before I'm out of breath!"
That's fine, we could then go back to your place for a post ride shower;) |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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"Going to see my regular partners for sex. I always feel happy on the journey home. "
That's an awesome backhanded compliment!
My sex partners are always happy when they leave me too. |
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"Sorry you haven't been feeling it liberty.
I have been going on walks, no direction or compass just walking.
Looking what's going on around me
Thank you, feeling better now.
I enjoy an aimless walk, headphones in."
If it's your thing, incorporating mindfulness techniques or grounding into walks can be really healing. |
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By (user no longer on site) OP
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"Glad you’re feeling a little better at a difficult time OP xx
We’ve currently got 2 week old puppies.. can’t cuddle them without my heart swelling! Instant mood lifter. Ask me again once they’re causing havoc though "
Ahhh they sound adorable & thank you x |
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By (user no longer on site) OP
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"Endorphin release so exercise, hugs, sex, laughter and time with friends.
Actually being with anyone you can be completely yourself with and not worry about being judged or critiqued. "
Very true, people who care about you. |
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By (user no longer on site) OP
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"You just cheered me up OP , glad to hear you’ve got such good mates.
Threads like this cheer me up.
And the help threads when people are feeling crap and Fabites lift them up. "
You've all cheered me even more, so I thank you all x |
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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago
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"Looking through the OP's profile and long cycle rides cheer me up
Thank you, might dig my bike out.
Now there's a thought, have a ride with you, getting all hot, sweaty and out of breath together
Just say when and where. Now that would certainly cheer me up!
Its been so long since I've been on my bike I think I'd only make it to the end of my street before I'm out of breath!
That's fine, we could then go back to your place for a post ride shower;)"
Think I'd need a lay down though  |
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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago
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"Sorry you haven't been feeling it liberty.
I have been going on walks, no direction or compass just walking.
Looking what's going on around me
Thank you, feeling better now.
I enjoy an aimless walk, headphones in.
If it's your thing, incorporating mindfulness techniques or grounding into walks can be really healing. "
Thank you x |
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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago
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"Being outdoors on a day like today, which is where I will be in the not too distant future. Open sky, open water. a friendly hug wouldn't go amiss..."
Think the hug would be an added bonus. |
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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago
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"Talking to family.
Music.
Cat videos on YouTube.
A nice pair... 
Don't get me started on my list of foods! "
I've a friend who's always sending funny videos, usually when we're both meant to be working. |
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Productive housework - got all the beds stripped and changed this morning. Mixture of getting myself moving, doing something that needed doing, and seeing immediate results of the bedrooms looking better with fresh sheets and made beds.
Also, made Christmas tree brownies with the kidlets
Not a bad Sunday morning and it's cleared away the duldrums
V x |
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By (user no longer on site)
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"If I'm really miserable nothing cheers me up. That's alright by me because I think it's ok to be miserable occasionally. "
Do you listen to melancholy music when you're miserable? |
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"If I'm really miserable nothing cheers me up. That's alright by me because I think it's ok to be miserable occasionally.
Do you listen to melancholy music when you're miserable? "
Not especially but if a melancholy piece comes on the radio or I read a particular passage in a book it will resonate more than at other times. |
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By (user no longer on site) OP
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"Productive housework - got all the beds stripped and changed this morning. Mixture of getting myself moving, doing something that needed doing, and seeing immediate results of the bedrooms looking better with fresh sheets and made beds.
Also, made Christmas tree brownies with the kidlets
Not a bad Sunday morning and it's cleared away the duldrums
V x "
Blitzing the house is always good I find, took down my Christmas tree & decorations boxing day & cleaned the house top to bottom. Christmas tree brownies sound yummy. |
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By (user no longer on site) OP
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"If I'm really miserable nothing cheers me up. That's alright by me because I think it's ok to be miserable occasionally. "
I do too, no-one is happy all the time. |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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I usually go to the shop and buy a watermelon, then go back home, light some candles and put some music on before getting ready for a love making session with the watermelon I just bought.
I even try to get myself miserable to justify the fact that I fuck watermelons |
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By *r TriomanMan
over a year ago
Chippenham Malmesbury area |
"Looking through the OP's profile and long cycle rides cheer me up
Thank you, might dig my bike out.
Now there's a thought, have a ride with you, getting all hot, sweaty and out of breath together
Just say when and where. Now that would certainly cheer me up!
Its been so long since I've been on my bike I think I'd only make it to the end of my street before I'm out of breath!
That's fine, we could then go back to your place for a post ride shower;)
Think I'd need a lay down though "
You tease! |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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"Loud happy music
A chat with a good friend
Cat cuddles
And if I’m really lucky, a man hug cures everything "
Man hug is good. I mean woman hug.
Not man man hug. A woman hug.
Ok a hug.
Someone hug me ffs |
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By (user no longer on site)
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I have two good friends who I have known since my teens. They live about a 3/4 hours drive away now but when we do meet up I can be me, relax and enjoy their company. I know that they are always there for me as I am for them. It's a great comfort.
As for lifting my mood, a walk in the countryside or by the sea soon has me smiling as I take in the scenery and marvel at the wildlife. Keep smiling and feeling positive OP x |
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By (user no longer on site) OP
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"I usually go to the shop and buy a watermelon, then go back home, light some candles and put some music on before getting ready for a love making session with the watermelon I just bought.
I even try to get myself miserable to justify the fact that I fuck watermelons "
Is it wrong that your post has cheered me up? |
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By (user no longer on site) OP
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"Looking through the OP's profile and long cycle rides cheer me up
Thank you, might dig my bike out.
Now there's a thought, have a ride with you, getting all hot, sweaty and out of breath together
Just say when and where. Now that would certainly cheer me up!
Its been so long since I've been on my bike I think I'd only make it to the end of my street before I'm out of breath!
That's fine, we could then go back to your place for a post ride shower;)
Think I'd need a lay down though
You tease! "
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By (user no longer on site) OP
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"Loud happy music
A chat with a good friend
Cat cuddles
And if I’m really lucky, a man hug cures everything
Man hug is good. I mean woman hug.
Not man man hug. A woman hug.
Ok a hug.
Someone hug me ffs"
Come here, virtual hug x |
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By (user no longer on site) OP
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"I have two good friends who I have known since my teens. They live about a 3/4 hours drive away now but when we do meet up I can be me, relax and enjoy their company. I know that they are always there for me as I am for them. It's a great comfort.
As for lifting my mood, a walk in the countryside or by the sea soon has me smiling as I take in the scenery and marvel at the wildlife. Keep smiling and feeling positive OP x"
Friends like that are amazing. |
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"Loud happy music
A chat with a good friend
Cat cuddles
And if I’m really lucky, a man hug cures everything
Man hug is good. I mean woman hug.
Not man man hug. A woman hug.
Ok a hug.
Someone hug me ffs"
Go on then |
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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago
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"Loud happy music
A chat with a good friend
Cat cuddles
And if I’m really lucky, a man hug cures everything
Man hug is good. I mean woman hug.
Not man man hug. A woman hug.
Ok a hug.
Someone hug me ffs
Go on then "
Group hug |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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Dancing! Just wish I could dance! But it does make me happy!
Singing! I can sing! Such a stress release!
Driving, love it, long road, stereo, me and my boy.
My boys, couldn't be prouder of the men they have become!
Boyfriend, he's as batshit as me! He can't dance either!
My dog, always there for smooshy, floofy cwtches! He doesn't judge our dancing either so bonus! |
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By (user no longer on site) OP
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"Dancing! Just wish I could dance! But it does make me happy!
Singing! I can sing! Such a stress release!
Driving, love it, long road, stereo, me and my boy.
My boys, couldn't be prouder of the men they have become!
Boyfriend, he's as batshit as me! He can't dance either!
My dog, always there for smooshy, floofy cwtches! He doesn't judge our dancing either so bonus!"
Singing is good. |
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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago
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"Many things can do it, but the 3 that never fail are My girls, and sister and music. All 3 Just seems to make my outlook on everything alot brighter. "
Three great reasons to be cheerful. |
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By (user no longer on site)
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"Loud happy music
A chat with a good friend
Cat cuddles
And if I’m really lucky, a man hug cures everything
Man hug is good. I mean woman hug.
Not man man hug. A woman hug.
Ok a hug.
Someone hug me ffs
Go on then
Group hug"
Never underestimate the positive effects of a simple hug, even if it's nothing more. |
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