Therapists Say...
"And how does that make you feel?"
What is every therapist's favorite question?
Forgetting why you walked into a room.
What is literally everyone?
Binge-watching Netflix for 6 hours.
What is self-care (If it's a comfort show) or avoidance (if it's a deadline week)?
Breathing exercises.
What is free but somehow the hardest thing to do when anxious?
What is a mood stabilizer?
"Let's unpack that."
What is therapist code for, 'That's a lot to process, but we're doing it anyway?'
Sleeping 12+ hours on the weekend.
What is burnout, depression, or just being cozy AF?
Going for a walk, but never coming back.
What is accidentally turning a mental health walk into a full-blown existential crisis?
Journaling your thoughts.
What is cheaper than therapy but requires effort?
Can knock you out or make you feel like a functioning human again.
What is antidepressants?
"I hear you."
Googling, "AM I HAVING A PANIC ATTACK?" mid-panic attack.
What is ironic but relatable?
Buying a planner to feel productive, but never using it.
What is the illusion of control?
Screaming into a pillow.
What is a honored tradition in stress relief?
A stimulant that somehow calms people down.
What is ADHD medication?
Feeling like you need therapy because therapy is working.
What is the therapy paradox?
Drinking 3 cups of coffee instead of drinking water.
What is caffeine fueled self care?
Going to bed early.
What is the one coping skill nobody actually wants to use?
A magic potion that makes intrusive thoughts less intrusive.
What is anxiety medication?
I can't tell you what to do, but...
What is 'I'm absolutely about to tell you what to do?'
Looking at your bank account after a spending spree.
What is financial anxiety, capitalism, or instant regret?
Doing skincare instead of responding to emails.
What is hydrated but unproductive.
What is suprisingly hard, but life changing?
Works great if you remember to take it consistently.
What is literally all mental health meds?