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You, personally cannot change the world at large Miguelito Loveless Apr 2020 #1
Thank you, I did that and it's good to be reminded that that counts! pnwest Apr 2020 #13
What would you advise a good friend to do in this case if they came to you seeking wisdom? ZZenith Apr 2020 #2
I can't think of any response other than to commiserate. Truly. pnwest Apr 2020 #3
I can commiserate with you, being in very similar circumstances. ZZenith Apr 2020 #10
And yet, it's noticeable how many people are TURNING to art at this time. There's pnwest Apr 2020 #12
It will come in time. ZZenith Apr 2020 #20
Your understanding me is making me cry....I've been in a creative slump for a long time, and it's pnwest Apr 2020 #21
I have mad empathy for you. ZZenith Apr 2020 #27
Perfect. That's exactly what I need to take into my heart. Thank you :) pnwest Apr 2020 #30
Yes!) SheltieLover Apr 2020 #51
Nonsense Tweedy Apr 2020 #47
Ah yes, the Drill Sargeant approach. ZZenith Apr 2020 #48
Just the facts approach Tweedy Apr 2020 #62
I am well aware of art history, thanks. ZZenith Apr 2020 #64
Not in the least Tweedy Apr 2020 #65
Ok. I will do just that. pnwest Apr 2020 #54
Do! Tweedy Apr 2020 #63
you could buy your guilt off Kali Apr 2020 #4
I have given a few dollars. Good reminder. pnwest Apr 2020 #14
This isn't a sprint. It's a relay race. Phoenix61 Apr 2020 #5
It's not my turn with the baton, and the above post saying I personally can't change the whole world pnwest Apr 2020 #18
You are doing good for your community just by staying home The Velveteen Ocelot Apr 2020 #6
very true, even tho it seems like nothing, by staying home i'm one less drag on the pnwest Apr 2020 #22
I get it... FirstLight Apr 2020 #7
thank YOU for sharing as well. You are def not the only one with emotional bullshit. Hugs. pnwest Apr 2020 #23
All of us have done this. Learn to forgive yourself for not being Perfect. flying_wahini Apr 2020 #8
Great idea, I just messaged her and asked how he is, if he's safe and well. pnwest Apr 2020 #25
Replace guilt with gratitude. LakeArenal Apr 2020 #9
No, i don't resent you at all, I'm in the same place. I also feel much awe and gratitude. pnwest Apr 2020 #26
If you can, donate to a food pantry. guillaumeb Apr 2020 #11
brave? more like desperate. I didn't have anywhere else to turn, and DU is such a great pnwest Apr 2020 #28
Definitely brave. guillaumeb Apr 2020 #59
😊 thank you pnwest Apr 2020 #60
Show your gratitude nocoincidences Apr 2020 #15
I will look for just such an opportunity! Thank you! pnwest Apr 2020 #32
Don't beat yourself up over a silly remark that you made that obviously does not represent Arkansas Granny Apr 2020 #16
You are very kind. Thank you. pnwest Apr 2020 #33
you can volunteer from home barbtries Apr 2020 #17
I am very much like you get the red out Apr 2020 #19
I have this as a recurring issue as well. Maybe we need to learn to translate the pnwest Apr 2020 #34
I started a howl from your porch group in my village. redwitch Apr 2020 #24
That's awesome, how do you coordinate that? FirstLight Apr 2020 #29
Community page on Facebook for my village and my personal page. redwitch Apr 2020 #38
I thought about doing the 8pm howl, but my neighbors would call the men in white coats...LOL pnwest Apr 2020 #36
Just thinking about howling makes me happy. redwitch Apr 2020 #42
I'm in awe of those brave people, for sure. pnwest Apr 2020 #44
Looking out for yourself and being safe during this time is not about being lucky. cayugafalls Apr 2020 #31
Thank you :) pnwest Apr 2020 #35
Realize you're being far more affected by anxiety than you think. Jirel Apr 2020 #37
wonderful advice, thank you so much. pnwest Apr 2020 #41
Thank you so much, everyone - there's so much here to think about, so much that's helpful. pnwest Apr 2020 #39
Hi Pn SheltieLover Apr 2020 #40
it helps in a large way! I will check out that link. thank you. pnwest Apr 2020 #43
Please also know SheltieLover Apr 2020 #46
Here is link to info on mindfulness SheltieLover Apr 2020 #49
Take it from someone who beats herself up for days at a time, (points at self) GemDigger Apr 2020 #45
Our modern society puts so much emphasis on doing. Maraya1969 Apr 2020 #50
There's another way to look at it. NoRoadUntravelled Apr 2020 #52
Thank you, that perspective is immensely helpful. pnwest Apr 2020 #55
Unwarranted guilt is a manifestation of depression. mzmolly Apr 2020 #53
As suggested express your gratitude & help others a bit if appalachiablue Apr 2020 #56
Were you raised Catholic or Jewish? customerserviceguy Apr 2020 #57
Oddly enough, no! LOL. But my mom was pnwest Apr 2020 #58
Just like customerserviceguy Apr 2020 #61
Thank you - this conversation has been hugely helpful. pnwest Apr 2020 #67
I'm making wellness calls for my county. cwydro Apr 2020 #66
Some of your current situation may be due to luck, sure, CrispyQ Apr 2020 #68
I've turned a corner since posting this thread. Everyone's advice has been SO helpful in pnwest Apr 2020 #69
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