i fucking hate self care posts made by neurotypicals so here’s one from someone who Actually Gets It
-can’t shower or take a bath? me either. dry shampoo can make your hair look and feel cleaner, and baby wipes or makeup wipes work great to get the top layer of grime off your skin.
-can’t wash your sheets and make your bed? i feel you. push your blankets out of the way and shake the crumbs off your sheet. it will at least be a bit more comfortable.
-can’t even change out of your dirty pajamas? been there. hit yourself with some febreeze and a lint roller. if you can, brush your hair. if you can’t, hair ties and bobby pins are fantastic.
-can’t make anything to eat? same. if you can, there’s no shame in ordering food. in fact, it’s probably better you eat something rather than go hungry. if you can’t, try and find something that comes pre-made or takes minimal effort to make. at the very least, drink some water.
can’t respond to messages or reach out for help? yeah, i get that. set an alarm for a few hours from now and respond to any messages you need to once you’ve given yourself time to prepare. if they’re Important Messages that need Professional Responses, you can find fill-in-the-blank format rough drafts on google. as far as personal messages go, don’t feel bad for sending a mass “I’m sorry, I’m in a personal emergency right now. I’ll get back to you as soon as I can.” response to everyone.
-can’t even sleep because it’s so bad? asmr videos always knock me out, personally, but i also watch a lot of bob ross. just try to find something quiet and soothing to use as background noise and take your mind off it, or at least give you a more peaceful environment to think about it.
-can’t go for a walk/drive? try opening the blinds or curtains. you’re still exposing yourself to the outside world. baby steps. (i also play animal crossing or sims; it may be virtual but fuck it. i went on a walk.)
-can’t go into work/school? let people know. let your coworkers or classmates know it’s an emergency and you can’t make it. give yourself up to two days, but then you have to go back. ask to have your work emailed to you so you know what you missed.
-can’t brush your teeth and wash your face? makeup or baby wipes and gum or mouthwash. don’t let yourself physically rot bc you’re rotting emotionally.
-remember that you’ve been here before. if you survived then you can survive now. that’s what this is about- survival. you don’t have to be living your Best Life. right now, it’s more than enough that you’re alive.
Friendly reminder to listen VERY VERY CRITICALLY if someone tries to convince you not to register for federal disaster assistance following a declared disaster. Helene is still moving north and I see the usual rants picking up steam already.
That person trying to win social commentary points online is not your friend. That person can’t give you funds for house repair or to restock on food and meds. And if they say they can - that is a scammer and not someone you can trust.
Scammers and developers trying to take advantage after a disaster intentionally spread rumors/misinformation to convince survivors not to apply for federal disaster assistance. Many well meaning people pick this misinformation up and spread it further without understanding how the assistance process works. It’s happened more and more over the years and it will happen with Helene.
If you do not apply for assistance, you lose the chance to receive federal funds. APPLY APPLY APPLY. This doesn’t guarantee you will meet eligibility requirements, but you definitely can’t meet them if you don’t apply. The application process isn’t perfect but it continues to be updated - and was updated in 2024!! - to try and make it easier for survivors. If you have damages or lost power for an extended time, APPLY.
You can check on FEMA.gov or with local news to see when disaster recovery centers will open, how long the application period will last, and what information you’ll need when applying.
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I hope you're doing well. Today, I’m reaching out with a heartfelt request. My family is going through an incredibly difficult time, and I need your help to make our story heard.
🔄 A simple reblog of my pinned post can spread awareness.
💖 A small $5 donation could bring hope where it’s desperately needed.
@nasr-daher
Even the smallest act of kindness can create ripples of change. Your support means the world—thank you for standing with us! 🙏✨
Thank you for asking. I will promote this. I hope you and your family are able to find safety.
do you realise how fucked up this group has to be when bucky barnes is the most stable out of all of them
Okay Elsamaren is my otp but I also love Elsabela as the ship that got me passionate about lesbian Elsa (before that I thought she was aroace). I think Frozen 3/4 should make Elsamaren canon and there should also be a season 8 of ouat that incorporates Encanto and involves Elsa and Isabela getting together 🤭
Isabelsa x Married moodboard!
The fact that the Jewish community right now have so little non Jewish people supporting them is so fucking depressing. The bar is so low it goes to “not celebrating the death of innocent hostages” and “acknowledging that just because people are born or live in a country doesn’t make them evil”. I’m so sorry that you have to go through this. I’m so sorry that support from non Jewish people is ridiculously scarce. I’m sorry that leftists spaces are so rancid. I’m sorry that the world has ignored you and your suffering. No amount of apologising will change the harm that’s already been done, but I want to support Jewish people as much as I can. I want to hope for a better world
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A few days ago, I wrote a blog post about Big Ed's breakup taco pasta. In the post, I wrote the recipe for Big Ed's creation. However, my family disapproved of the recipe. As such, I created my own version.
Here is the recipie:
Formula:
1 carton of reduced sodium broth(I used bone broth)
1 box of pasta(I used Rotelli)
1 red onion
1 tablespoon of garlic powder
2 packets of taco seasoning
4-5 servings of a protein of your choice(I used seitan)
2 cups of whole milk or unsweetened almond or hemp milk(I used whole milk)
4 tablespoons of butter or margerine
2 cups of cheese or nutritional yeast(I used cheese)
Fresh cilantro for a garnish
Procedure:
Over medium heat, bring the broth to a boil, and add garlic to the broth
Add the pasta to the broth, and cook until al dente
Add leftover pasta broth to a separate bowl, and mix with one packet of taco seasoning, making a sauce
Coat the protein of your choice in the sauce, then bake it in an oven or toaster oven until slightly crispy.
Dice the red onion and any other vegetables(tomato, bell pepper, etc.)
In a separate pan, add oil or butter and fry the vegetables until the onions are slightly soft, but not caramelized
Add the butter, milk, and second packet of taco seasoning to the pasta, and stir until incorporated
Add the cheese and vegetables to the milky pasta mixture, stirring until incorporated
Assemble the bowls! First, add the pasta, then add the protein, and lastly, garnish with fresh cilantro
This recipe serves 3-5 people. Enjoy!
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Happy (late) Women's Day! I actually started working on this one last night around 1 a.m. When I realised it was women's day so it counts, right? Well it turns out if I set my mind up and manage to focus I can finish something in a day. I’m gonna grab a snack I spent the last 4 hour finishing this and my table is gonna die if I continue going on and on
“she’s surviving thunderbolts!” me and the four other antonia dreykov fans scream as we are dragged away to the padded room
I was today years old when i found out that i was allowed time off to vote. Something no boss has ever told me.
20 she/her/hers. Interested in Disney, Taylor Swift, County Music, TLC Shows, Politics, Sustainability, Gardening, Floral Arrangements, Baking, Piano, and Figure Skating.
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