#Help and support

[my-autism-adhd-blog]

There are some things that you should say to an Autistic person…

The Autistic Teacher

[divine-thievery]

Hi everyone! I know I haven't posted in a while, but I haven't felt motivation due to home life, I'm currently trying to leave my abusive parents.

They are emotionally, mentally, and verbally abusive, they are affecting my mental and physical health a lot. yesterday my mum told me she wants me to move out because my father doesn't get along with me

I currently have a kofi open for donations, I have currently saved $738.99/$3000, and the majority is my savings

My brother @nefarious-virgo has opened tarot readings to help me reach my goal (dm him for inquiries)

You do not have to donate or get a reading if you can't afford it, I don't want anyone to feel pressured, but please repost for support 🙏🏻🩷

My kofi: https://ko-fi.com/mikasvampskog/goal?g=24

Tarot prices: (DM my friend username above, for list of decks and inquiries)

[dontcallpanic]

It's that time of year again so heres the UK support service numbers for anyone who might need it 🩵

[pumpkin-the-girlie-girl-vixen]

⚠️Agoraphobia⚠️

A Guide To Understand & Help The Experience Of Agoraphobia

Agoraphobia is a term that evokes different reactions from people, often misunderstood or oversimplified. For those who may not know, agoraphobia is an anxiety disorder characterized by an intense fear of being in situations where escape might be difficult or help unavailable in the event of a panic attack or related symptoms. It can lead individuals to avoid places or situations that they perceive as threatening, often resulting in them feeling trapped in their own homes or limiting their activities to a significant extent.

Living with Agoraphobia

Living with agoraphobia can be a complex and isolating experience. It’s not simply a matter of being shy or introverted; it’s an overwhelming fear that can restrict daily life. Imagine waking up and feeling anxious at the thought of stepping outside your front door. For me, the world beyond my home feels daunting, filled with unpredictable encounters that can trigger anxiety or panic. Everyday tasks can become monumental challenges—grocery shopping, attending social gatherings, or even walking to the mailbox can provoke intense feelings of dread.

For many who experience agoraphobia, the boundaries of comfort shrink significantly. Over time, the once-familiar routines become sources of anxiety. Inviting friends over can feel safer than going out, yet it can lead to feelings of isolation, loneliness, and frustration. The struggle often intensifies when loved ones don’t fully understand what it’s like to live with this condition, which further complicates the emotional landscape.

Helping Someone Navigate Their Experience

If you know someone living with agoraphobia, your support can make a significant difference. Here are some ways to help them navigate through their experiences:

1. **Educate Yourself**: Understanding agoraphobia is crucial. Educate yourself about the disorder, its symptoms, and triggers. This knowledge will enable you to empathize and provide meaningful support.

2. **Listen Without Judgment**: Create a safe space for your loved one to express their feelings. Be an active listener, validating their experiences without minimizing their fears. It’s important for them to feel heard and understood.

3. **Encourage Gradual Exposure**: Instead of pushing them to face their fears head-on, encourage small steps toward overcoming those fears. This could mean taking a short walk outside or sitting on a porch. Celebrate each achievement, no matter how small.

What Not to Do

While your support can be invaluable, there are also pitfalls to be cautious of:

1. **Avoid Minimizing Feelings**: Statements like "Just get over it" or "It’s all in your head" can be damaging. Agoraphobia is a genuine mental health condition, and minimizing their feelings can lead to increased anxiety and shame.

2. **Don’t Force Situations**: Forcing someone to confront their fears without preparation can lead to panic attacks or worsen their symptoms. Respect their pace and boundaries.

Navigating a Crisis

If your loved one experiences a traumatic agoraphobic crisis, whether in public or at home, here’s how to help:

1. **Stay Calm**: Your calm demeanor can provide reassurance. Speak softly and avoid escalating the situation with panic or frustration.

2. **Create a Safe Space**: If they’re in public, find a quiet area where they can regroup. At home, help them retreat to a comfortable space free of stressors.

3. **Use Grounding Techniques**: Encourage them to focus on their breath, count their breaths, or identify objects around them. Grounding techniques can help divert their focus from panic.

What Not to Do in Public

When in public situations, be mindful of the following:

1. **Avoid Calling Attention**: Loudly discussing their agoraphobia or drawing attention to their anxiety can amplify their feelings of embarrassment and panic.

2. **Don’t Dismiss Their Feelings**: If they express discomfort, don’t downplay their experience or insist that they should be fine. Acknowledge their feelings and offer support.

Daily Support Needs

Support for someone with agoraphobia often requires understanding their day-to-day needs:

1. **Help with Errands**: Offer to accompany them on errands, or help manage tasks like grocery shopping or making appointments. This companionship can ease anxiety.

2. **Encouragement for Routine Tasks**: Simple tasks like housekeeping or meal preparation can feel overwhelming. Offer to assist or break these tasks into manageable steps.

Noticing Unseen Behaviors

People with agoraphobia may exhibit subtle signs that indicate their emotional state. Being aware of these unnoticeable behaviors can help you provide better support:

1. **Changes in Body Language**: Watch for signs of tension, like clenched fists, avoidance of eye contact, or fidgeting. These may indicate rising anxiety levels.

2. **Withdrawal from Social Interaction**: If they suddenly stop engaging in conversations or isolate themselves, it might signal an increase in their anxiety.

3. **Changes in Routine**: If they suddenly stop attending events or engaging in activities they once enjoyed, it may indicate a worsening of their condition.

Understanding these nuances allows you to anticipate their needs and provide a more supportive environment.

Agoraphobia can stem from various causes, often involving a combination of genetic, psychological, and environmental factors. Here are some key contributors:

1. **Panic Disorder**: Many individuals with agoraphobia have a history of panic attacks. The fear of experiencing a panic attack in a public space can lead to avoidance behaviors, resulting in agoraphobia.

2. **Genetics**: Family history plays a role in the likelihood of developing agoraphobia. If you have relatives with anxiety disorders, you may be more susceptible to developing similar conditions.

3. **Personality Traits**: Certain personality traits, such as being more anxious, sensitive, or introverted, may increase the risk of developing agoraphobia. Individuals who struggle with low self-esteem may also be more prone to anxiety.

4. **Traumatic Events**: Experiencing a traumatic event, such as a serious accident or a violent crime, can trigger agoraphobia. The fear of having a similar experience can lead individuals to avoid situations that remind them of the event.

5. **Stressful Life Events**: Major life changes, such as the loss of a loved one, divorce, or job loss, can contribute to the development of agoraphobia. These events may heighten feelings of insecurity or vulnerability.

6. **Environmental Factors**: Growing up in an unpredictable or stressful environment can influence the development of anxiety disorders, including agoraphobia. Overprotective parenting or frequent changes in living situations may also contribute.

7. **Other Mental Health Issues**: Co-occurring mental health disorders, such as generalized anxiety disorder, depression, or social anxiety disorder, can increase the risk of developing agoraphobia.

Understanding these potential causes is essential for recognizing and addressing agoraphobia effectively. If you or someone you know is struggling with this condition, seeking professional help can provide the necessary support and treatment.

Conclusion

Living with agoraphobia can be an isolating experience, yet with understanding and compassion, we can help those who struggle with it navigate their challenges. Whether you’re directly experiencing agoraphobia or supporting someone who is, remember that empathy, patience, and education are key. By fostering open communication and creating safe spaces, we can contribute to healing and understanding, allowing love and support to thrive amidst the challenges. Together, we can illuminate the path toward hope and recovery.

[rontheking25]

I am starting to write the entire Harry Potter series in Ron's point of view!

Hi! I am looking for supporters and readers to read my Harry Potter fanfiction! It is going to be the entire series written in Ron Weasley's point of view and I was wondering if you guys could give your honest thoughts and opinions on it and show your support! Please and thank you. There is three chapters out so far and the link is pasted below.

https://archiveofourown.org/works/63118135/chapters/161639803

[walterdoodles]

Sorry for lack of art, I'm just slowly getting off the Internet... bc i hate it😁😁

I still draw but mostly for myself ♥️, since i can't rely on getting commissions and also I don't want my art to be used in ai.

important reminders; KEEP BOYCOTTING! Free Palestine 🇵🇸 Free Congo 🇨🇩 Free Sudan 🇸🇩 Free Papua New Guinea 🇵🇬 Do not stay silent on this! No Justice, no peace!!

Thank you all, if you want me to be more active then I'm sorry you'll have to wait.

[littlekidsteve]

Vetted by: 1- gazavetters, my number verified on the list is ( #93)

2-90-ghost here

3-a-shade-of-blue here

4-dlxxv-vetted-donations here

Dear Friend,

I write to you with a heart weighed down by the unimaginable pain my family and I are enduring. My name is Mohammed Hassouna, and we are trapped in Gaza, caught in the unrelenting grip of war. In an instant, everything we knew was taken from us—our home, our safety, our peace 💔. Now, we find ourselves in a fragile tent, vulnerable to the harsh elements, living each day with fear as our constant companion 💨💦.

In this moment of despair, I am turning to you with a plea for help 😢. Any gesture—whether it’s a donation, sharing our story, or even offering a kind word—could bring us closer to safety and give us the hope we desperately need. Our home, once a place of joy and warmth, now lies in ruins beneath the rubble 💔. Every day, we face uncertainty, barely surviving as we hold on to a thread of hope 😔.

I ask you, with all the strength I have left, to please help us escape this nightmare 😭🙏. Even the smallest act of kindness could change everything, offering us a lifeline to rebuild our shattered lives. Your compassion could be the light that guides us from despair toward a new beginning 🥺❤️.

Here is my campaign link: https://gofund.me/d04d2c13. If you're unable to donate, simply sharing our story could help reach others who can offer the support we so desperately need.

From the depths of my heart, thank you for your kindness and for standing with us during this dark time 🙏❤️.

With profound gratitude, Mohammed Hassouna

10% of my long-term goal

1,065€ out of 10,000€

Donations are protected by GOFUNDME

Hello Mohammed it's really lovely to meet you.

Thank you so much for reaching out to me and my followers for help.

Hey everyone if its OK can you help him and his family with their goal please

Thank you so much ❤️

[lukochi]

URGENT HELP🚨🚨🚨🍉🇵🇸

Hello,

How do you do ? I hop to be in a good condition.

This is my special campaign

We hope to help us by donating or sharing to others.

Every donation makes a different even if it a small.

As you know, the war began on October 7 and lasted ten months. During this period, we were unable to obtain food, drink, or treatment because we did not have money.

There is no source of income for the family at the present time, so we are unable to buy food, clean water, and medicine, especially after we are afflicted with the ongoing infectious diseases spread in the north like Hepatitis C disease.

Our house has been damaged a lot since the beginning of the war. We are from the north of Gaza and we are still in the north and have not displaced to the south. We displaced 10 times from place to another seeking to safety .

We hope for your help and support, even if only a little.🙏🙏

Vetted by Femme intifada on telegram.

Also, vetted by gazavetters on tumbler and my number is #60

My campaign was recently vetted by butterfly effect group on Instagram and my number is #964

This is the link if you would to read our story well 👇👇

https://gofund.me/4e896ac1

Thank you all

https://gofund.me/4e896ac1

[the-pen-pot]

Tumblr Taglist?

Hey guys!

Is there still a way to see a list of all the tags you've used on tumblr? I used to use https://drunkonschadenfreude.com/ but it seems to not be working anymore, and nor are any other tumblr tag cloud generators etc.

Is it just me?

[my-autism-adhd-blog]

How to Support an Autistic Person With Social Exhaustion

I CAN Network Ltd

Autism

[hazemsuhail]

Urgent Help:

Help my family survive and start a new life

Hello everyone, thank you for taking a moment to read our story.

I am Hazem Shawish, and I am trying to save my family from this war.

We live in Gaza, where we face significant challenges due to the current situation.

My family consists of 11 members, including my mother, two daughters, four sons, and three children.

In the shadow of conflict, our family has faced unimaginable hardships. The passing of my father, a victim to the cruel grasp of hunger and inadequate healthcare, left a void in our lives, underscoring the fragility of our existence here. My brother, Samer, battles bipolar disorder, a condition exacerbated by the ongoing war and the severe shortage of essential medications. Without access to the necessary treatment, his life is at risk, and we live in constant fear for his well-being amidst the chaos that surrounds us. These personal tragedies have deepened the urgency of our situation.

Every day is a struggle for survival, and each night is filled with prayers for a brighter tomorrow. We hold onto hope, believing that one day the clouds will dissipate, and we will find the peace we long for.

Our home, which was a sanctuary for us, was destroyed, forcing us to live in a state of uncertainty and fear. We have lost the laughter of our children.

Our entire neighborhood In Gaza Before and after

we had a supermarket that helped as to live and earn money, but it was bombed and we have nothing now, pic of our supermarket

We also face psychological challenges, as we have lost our father, and my brother Samer, who needs expensive medical treatment, is facing imminent danger. My mother, who has endured so much, fears losing another child. We are all suffering from malnutrition and contaminated water.

We dream of moving to Egypt to find safety, where our children can pursue their education.

We seek your support as individuals who understand the value of compassion and community.

Thank you for listening to our story, for your understanding, and for standing with us.

🇵🇸🍉❤️‍🩹🙏

All of our important links are here

vetted and verified by:

@dlxxv-vetted-donations & @a-shade-of-blue (vet)

@gazavetters , my number the list is (#75)

@paliliberation , my number the list is (#171)

[momenalmdhoun]

Desperate Plea: A Call For Relife‼️ 🥀

Hello, It's Momen Al Madhoun, writing from the most miserable area in the whole world, I am deeply thankful to all of you. Your support means the world to my family

🍉🍉🍉 I urgently plead you to keep sharing our campaign with your friends, family, and acquaintances

15 months have passed as if it were 15 years, and suffering increasing day after day 😔 Our health is decaying, we have NO IMMUNITY to fight diseases. No healthy food to feed our worn cells. Finding a quiet, clean place for us to get some rest is IMPOSSIBLE! I'm in urgent need of serious financial support so that I can take action and save my family! Our faces speak the misery we're going through! my children can't bear the ruthlessness of war life… pain and cold does not allow either of them to sleep 💔

I found in drawing a way to relieve stress and describe what we are experiencing, but even this i was deprived of, due to the difficulty of obtaining good internet and electricity for a sufficient time If you are interested in art, you can check I my blog I and find my artworks, i hope you will share them and support me to continue fighting and trying Every share and donation brings us one step closer to saving my family's lives. Your support, no matter how small, holds the power to rescue my loved ones from grave danger There are no words can describe how many times we have been displaced The situation we're living now is really hard to imagine Where do we Go?

Imagine the vastness of this universe, we cannot escape to a safe place far from the war

🍉🍉🍉 We rely on your donations to have a shelter and provide basic daily necesseties. We need your contributions and support with us, no matter how small it may be for you, but it makes a difference for my family 🙏🏻 Please, Support us with 5$, 10$, or any donation you can make and it will be really appreciated 🙏🏻

🌟 Our campaign is vetted by 🇵🇸 @/gazavetters List at #291

Donation link 🙏🏻

[pumpkin-the-girlie-girl-vixen]

Meeting expectations set by my mom & the rest of the world can be quite challenging at times.

- StrawBerry Shortcake Kid

🍓 Strawberry Shortcake is usually portrayed as a cheerful and optimistic character, always ready to help her friends and spread positivity. Her mental status in the stories is often depicted as stable and resilient, even in challenging situations. She faces various adventures and problems with a positive attitude and a kind heart, which helps her overcome obstacles and support her friends. While this meme humorously suggests otherwise, Strawberry Shortcake's character is generally seen as a symbol of stability and joy.

🍰🍓 Even though Strawberry Shortcake is a strong character, everyone has their breaking point when the weight of the world is on their shoulders. No matter how resilient and positive she is, there are moments when the challenges and responsibilities can feel overwhelming. It's important to remember that even the most cheerful and optimistic individuals can struggle at times. Acknowledging these moments of vulnerability can make her character more relatable and human, showing that it's okay to seek support and take a break when needed. 🍰🍓🍰🍓🍰🍓🍰🍓🍰🍓🍰🍓

Growing up, I was lovingly referred to as my mother’s “strawberry shortcake kid.” This identity, infused with sweetness and cheer, has shaped who I am since before I even took my first breath. From the very beginning, my mother instilled in me the values that Strawberry Shortcake embodies—joy, resilience, and a commitment to uplifting those around me. 🍓

Just as Strawberry Shortcake navigates her adventures with positivity, I’ve faced my own challenges with an optimistic outlook. I recall moments in childhood where I would don my favorite strawberry-themed outfits, embodying that cheerful spirit, and aim to spread happiness to my peers. Whether it was organizing a small gathering to celebrate a friend’s achievement or lending a listening ear to someone in need, I embraced the role of a supportive friend, much like my beloved character. 🍰

The lessons I learned from Strawberry Shortcake resonate with me today. I understand the importance of mental resilience and the ability to remain stable in the face of adversity. Her adventures remind me that life will present challenges, but with a kind heart and a positive mindset, we can find solutions and support each other through tough times. 🍓

As I look to the future, I carry forward this legacy of joy and positivity. My journey may not always mirror the simplicity of a children’s story, but I strive to maintain that cheerful disposition and optimism in everything I do. I hope to inspire others in the same way Strawberry Shortcake inspired me—by embracing the sweetness of life, supporting friends, and facing obstacles with a smile. Truly, my identity as a “strawberry shortcake kid” is a testament to the power of positivity and the joy of community. 🍰

As much as I strive to embody the cheerful spirit of Strawberry Shortcake, I recognize that even she has her moments of vulnerability. Despite her strength and unwavering optimism, there are times when the weight of the world bears down heavily on her shoulders. This truth resonates deeply with me, as I have experienced similar moments of feeling overwhelmed, even while trying to maintain a bright facade. 🍓

Acknowledging these struggles is a vital part of my identity. Just like Strawberry Shortcake, I have learned that it’s okay to admit when things feel too heavy and to seek support when needed. There have been days when the responsibilities of life seemed insurmountable, and I, too, have felt the urge to retreat into my own version of Strawberryland, a place where I can recharge and gather my strength 🍰

Understanding that vulnerability is a natural aspect of the human experience has allowed me to embrace my own moments of doubt and fatigue. Recognizing that even the most cheerful individuals can falter has made me more empathetic toward others. It reminds me that behind every smile can lie a story of struggle. It is essential to create spaces where we can express our challenges without fear of judgment, much like how Strawberry Shortcake leans on her friends for support. 🍓

In these instances of vulnerability, I find strength in community. I’ve learned the importance of surrounding myself with friends who uplift and encourage me, just as Strawberry Shortcake does with her pals. By sharing my feelings and experiences, I discover that I am not alone in my struggles. This connection with others creates a sense of belonging and reminds me that it's perfectly acceptable to take breaks, reevaluate my path, and gather my thoughts. 🍰

Ultimately, embracing both the cheerful and vulnerable aspects of my identity as a “strawberry shortcake kid” has enriched my life. It has taught me that resilience doesn’t mean never faltering; rather, it means acknowledging our struggles and leaning on our support systems when we need them most. Just like Strawberry Shortcake, I strive to face each day with optimism while also allowing myself the grace to be human. 🍓

🍓 🍰

[filibusterfrog]

types of wizards :)

[walterdoodles]

Dear friends ❤️🇵🇸

Thank you very much from my heart for your donation and support 🙏🏼

I want to say that I only have $500 left to reach my short-term goal of $7,500. Please help me reach my goal today 🙏🏼😔. I ask those who can donate to donate so I can reach my short goal today Thank you very much ❤️🇵🇸🇵🇸

https://gofund.me/59e9578a