Thanks @Bre-RO ahaha I knew I would inevitably forget I've had the exact same conversations on her before about something It would be cool if you could link the old chat but no pressure :) I looked at the article and liked the idea of counting to 100 (I'm going to lol if you've linked me the article before and I said the same thing..) Who, me? intelligent and self aware? I think you're getting me confused with someone else- @Eden1717 or @MB95 perhaps? :p ... View more

5 things I can see - A candle - Small stuffed felt cactus (xmas craft project!) - Framed photos - Many board games in shelves -Glasses case   4 things I can hear Cicadas outside Fan going full blast inside Partner taking work phone call Music   3 things I can feel  - Air moving from the fan - Carpet under my feet - Fingers on the keyboard   2 things I can smell Very faint new paint smell (why does that take so long to go away??) Gardenias from my garden   1 good thing about myself:  I'm curious about the world   @Lost_Space_Explorer5  thanks for reminding me about this awesome thread, @musicfan_xo  this is a great one to give a go if you feel like it!  ... View more

Hey @its_leon ,    Welcome to the forums, it's nice to have you here :) You're definitely not alone in worrying about how much you watch porn, or whether or not you might be addicted. Do you mind if I ask what it is that has you worried that you're watching too much? I'm hearing that it's a habit that you're wanting to change, but you're finding it hard - have I got that right? Do you feel like watching porn is stopping you from doing other things that you'd like to be doing, or affecting your life in bad ways? Are you concerned at the type of things that you're watching?    Watching porn is a pretty personal thing and what's a problem for one person may not be a problem for another - it's a bit of an older post, but we did have a chat about watching porn in the community here that I found really interesting if you think it would be helpful to have a read about other people's experiences.  Looking forward to hearing from you :)    ... View more

Reading through this thread has seriously made my day @ayrc_1904 , thank you so much for starting it! I'm loving reading through everyone's responses. Here's a few of mine:   1. I like being awake really early and being out for a walk or run in nature, in autumn or winter, when the air is crisp and chilly, and you can see mist rising from the grass, and maybe even some frost.  2. I like the satisfying feeling of pulling weeds out of the garden and smelling fresh soil 3. I love the smell of the air after a massive thunderstorm in summer 4. I love being outside with people listening to live music as the sun sets 5. I love the smell of freshly ground coffee at dawn and watching the sun rise over the ocean 6. I love hearing people sing to a song they love ... View more

@November13 thanks, back at you ... View more

I joined this forum because I was looking for a way to make the world a bit kinder. I love that RO is such a safe and supportive community built by so many amazing people ... View more

1. It has been a very unpleasant 24 hours in my house so I worked early this morning for a few hours but I am at home now which is a positive because aircon.  2. Had a sunrise dip at the beach before work it was 30c before 6am today!!  3. I’m eating some popcorn and it is good  ... View more

Hey @Eden1717 , just catching up on your thread, I'm sorry that things are feeling pretty scary and overwhelming at the moment. Feeling like someone's stalking you sounds like it would be an awful feeling :(  It's good that visiting your family was a bit of a distraction (I like a bit of Hell's Kitchen too! Also really like kitchen nightmares)... I think you've mentioned that your mum has helped you before with preparing some food, do you think that could help at all?    Have you talked about your fears about food with your psych at all?  ... View more

@Tiny_leaf I'm sorry to hear that hotlines aren't helpful- do you like any Reachout resources, including any threads here? ... View more

The writing on a notebook.   Blue @Lost_Space_Explorer5  ... View more

@MB95 hey there, just wanted to check in and see how you're going. I hope you're ok. Just browsing through the forums and I was thinking of you. ... View more

Oh no @WheresMySquishy, I'm sorry to hear about your grandma going back to hospital :( That's so tough. I hope you're going okay ... View more

I don't know if I can say anything that @Lost_Space_Explorer5 hasn't already said, but I fully agree. It sounds like you've been feeling a bit low recently and that seems to have translated to you beating yourself up a bit and second guessing some of your interactions here on RO. I do want to reassure you that we all want the best for you, and we'll always be around to support us when you need it   ... View more

@antoniobevan Mac miller's story is definitely a sad one, this song is so good though! Is anyone else listening to the hottest 100 today? ... View more

@AngelJoy I'm glad xx ... View more

Thanks @scared01 , hugs back. ... View more

Coffee (love me some coffee haha) ... View more

1. I love crochet even though most people think its for older people! 2. i once had my hair done with blonde streaks at home and while they arent there now if i dye my hair again it goes a different colour where the bleach was ie when i dye it red i get orange streaks! i dyed it over 5 years ago and still does it lol 3. i wear glasses to read 4.one of my favourite things to do is photogrpahy 5.ive decided to make my own recipie book. with so many food allergies and intolerances ive had to learn new and safe recipies so why not share them! ... View more

im really loving all these quotes. thanks everyone for sharing them all ... View more

@Bee Smiling is infectious but a great medicine haha. I smiled today because I got to read a book I have not gotten the chance to for a while. ... View more

Thank you @Janine-RO for telling me about these services It makes me feel much better knowing there are other ways to get help besides face-to-face counselling.  ... View more

Definitely trust your gut on this one @MB95, you shouldn't ever feel like you have to put yourself in a situation that makes you uncomfortable ... View more

@Hannah-RO  I didnt guess right lol.   My next word is Korean and it is 아름다운 (aleumdaun)    A) Delighted B) Painful C) Beautiful D) Happiness  The answer is C - Beautiful!    ... View more

@Janine-RO thanks xx ... View more

So important to talk about this! I've been thinking about it quite a lot and trying not put all my eggs in one basket. I think like any years of our lives there's definite ups and downs, but this year that is really highlighted.    What are your tips for navigating uncertainty and looking after yourself in these ever-changing times?   Improving routines that are in my control - things as simple as having a nice morning routine, being mindful to not abandon self care. I think something I've learnt is to seize the day, don't wait to do things that make you happy. If it's a hot day I try to drop my plans to get to the ocean, because I know that is the place that makes me feel better. I can't say that beaches won't close this year again, but I can take each day as it comes and take advantage of the opportunities that present themselves to me.  ... View more

It sounds like you had a really lovely holiday @xXLexi_Lou122Xx ! And I'm glad to hear that you're excited to start school :) do you know which classes you're most excited for? ... View more

Going for a long walk in the sun  ... View more

@scared01 no worries, no need to apologise xx ... View more

Hi @SomeoneNADJS [Jm*] thanks for letting us know that Ms is doing better now. I am sorry that things aren't going well for you though. How does it make you (or others in the system) feel that you may have someone else hiding away somewhere? Hopefully once you get the English work out of the way, you won't need to watch that movie trailer ever again! Do you have any plans for the rest of this evening? ... View more