dear @stormriderstudio – you don't know me, nor I you. I've had this post open in a browser since yesterday morning's PYPT. I'm glad I came back to it – not because I am in any position to offer you aid in the ways that might feel measurable – but, rather, to let you know that you're not alone.

Though our circumstances may differ, as do our triggers, there is a deeply familiar thread that connects us. Having just posted my own, vulnerable confession just more than a week ago, I can honestly say...I feel you.

I won't spew the typical bullshit urging you to hang in there, nor remind you that things will get better. I know that, right now, they genuinely suck. Acknowledging that and digging into the reasons why is just as important as moving beyond your present quagmire.

One day at a time. Try to be gentle with yourself. Let others know that you could use a little help – posting this was an incredibly bold first step.

I'm proud of you.

xo • zippy

^{Come find me on the Steemit Ramble discord if you ever need an empathetic ear. And please do read that post I linked above – I think you'll appreciate it.}