I hate cold water and other reasons why I run into the sea
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archive.phWhich is why I think the modern idea of “self-care” is quietly killing our confidence. We’re told to cancel the plan, block the number, cut the “toxic” people, and shrink our world until it feels safe and cozy. But safe isn’t the same as alive.
Maybe I’m a masochist, but how else are you supposed to get wonderful relationships, deep skills, and... See more
Maybe I’m a masochist, but how else are you supposed to get wonderful relationships, deep skills, and... See more
Erica • Nothing feels better than doing things you don't want to do
I have never liked umbrellas for the way that is separates me from the chaos of nature. Nor do I favour climate control or sunglasses or hats. Why should I be exempt from nature's favour? I understand the convenience of separateness, and the safety that is sometimes required. But I have noted, unsuspectingly over the years, that we have yassified
... See moreAs the cold engulfs me I hear nothing
for the first time in months my head feels empty
not in a heavy melancholy way
more like, relief
as i come up for air i realise that everything that has been bothered me doesn’t matter anymore
or, it doesn’t feel as weighted
i often wonder as to why the salty water has this effect
ive asked others and they have
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