in the weeds

And it was never Gale. Partly because his relationship with Katniss started as transactional.

Katniss says herself it took years for them to become friends and not hagle over every single catch/ find.

Most of Katniss’s relationships are transactional. Her friendship Gale started off as trading hunting/ gathering tips and advice. Her relationships at the Hob and Town were based on trading. Katniss even acts as the “provider” for her family (whom she loves dearly but my girl was stressed about it).

During the games she formed a transactional relationship with sponsors, and post games she formed a transactional agreement with Snow. Even in 13 she only agreed to be the Mockingjay as long as her demands are met.

And in my opinion Gale feels entitled to a romantic relationship with Katniss because it’s another transaction.

- Lay out or hang up outfits for your week or day. Hang the shirt, pants, underwear, and socks together so in the morning you can get ready quickly.

- Keep easy snacks in your different bags, protein bars and shakes, crackers or chips, dried fruit, etc.

- Likewise, keep some of everything in multiple places. Lip balm, medications, lotion, tissues, masks, etc. Let yourself have a few safety nets.

- Make a main bag your storage area for the items you take with you every day. Keep your wallet, keys, books, etc. in the bag instead of trying to collect them all daily.

- Trust your brain and body to know their limits. If you find yourself unable to do the productive thing you have been trying to, release the pressure of doing it right now. It may come to you after there isn’t so much pressure, or after you’ve taken a rest.

It’s the same poodle