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14 Things to Do on Your Phone When You're Struggling With Suicidal Thoughts

Oftentimes, surviving suicidal thoughts and urges just means getting through one day, one hour — or even just one minute. Sometimes it’s helpful to stay in the company of people you trust, being around friends or family members who make you feel safe. Sometimes suicidal urges are so bad, you might need to contact someone [...]

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16 Ways to Distract Yourself From Fibromyalgia Pain

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16 Ways to Distract Yourself From Fibromyalgia Pain

Fibromyalgia can cause a wide range of symptoms (such as brain fog, fatigue and sleep disturbances), though chronic, widespread musculoskeletal pain tends to be one of the primary, characteristic symptoms of the condition. While there are a number of products and coping techniques people may use to help manage the pain, there is unfortunately no cure or [...]

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13 Go-To Distractions to Keep You From Skin Picking

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13 Go-To Distractions to Keep You From Skin Picking

If you’ve ever felt embarrassed because you can’t stop yourself from picking at your skin, you’re not alone. Whether you’ve been officially diagnosed with chronic skin picking (also called dermatillomania or excoriation disorder) or just find yourself picking your skin when you’re anxious, it can be hard to fight those urges. Distracting yourself can be one of [...]

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Jack had been using a particular corner of my bed as his bed for a while. But then he made a mess there that is very difficult for me to clean. I didn’t want it happening again so I thought, “maybe if I put plastic bags there (he is scared of these bags,) he will stay off and find a new sleeping spot.”

It worked for a few days. Then he did what you see in the photos. He’s been sleeping on the bags every day since. I guess he’s not that scared of those bags.

At least there’s a bit of a waterproof barrier now between him and my mattress. 😅

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If you could wake up tomorrow with a new skill, talent, or superpower, what would it be and why?

Happy Friday, Mighty fam! ☀️

Imagine waking up to start a new day and suddenly having a superpower, skill, or special talent. What would you choose, and why?

Mighty staffer @sparklywartanks says she’d love the ability to instantly bring relief and peace to others — and to herself — simply because we deserve it! 💞

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