Greta Thunberg is the courageous person that threatens all weak men.

Try saying things like:

“I’m not okay. I could use some support right now.”

“I’m not okay. Unfortunately, you can’t fix this for me. But I could use the company of a friend.”

“I’m not okay. But I’m not up to talking about it right now. Can we do something else to distract me?”

Often, your loved ones want to help you but they don’t know how.

I could use some company, honestly. Even if it’s just Netflix or, you reading a book and just holding my hand.

Are you okay?

I’ll be okay but I think I need to sit down in the quiet for a little while. Can I use your porch swing?

Are you okay?

I’m kinda scared about my upcoming appointment. Is it okay to talk about it?

Are you okay?

My anxiety’s a mess because my kitchen needs to be cleaned. Wouldn’t happen to know anyone with a free Saturday who likes pizza, would you?

Are you okay?

I haven’t slept well in days. May I come over and nap on your sofa? I think I just need not to be alone.

Are you okay?

I haven’t been able to cook for myself all week and have been skipping meals.

Are you okay?

I’m having a hard time asking for help.

What would you do if a friend said these things to you? Would you judge them? Hate them? Scold them or make fun of them?

I don’t think you would. And I don’t think you’d see them as a burden, either.

Sometimes self care is waking up and just. Fucking getting in the car. And driving to the bank. And the store. And buying the cat litter. And changing the cat boxes you've been avoiding because your brains been stuck in a hole. And picking up the trash you've been piling up. And getting a load into the wash. And mowing the lawn before the village council sends you a formal complaint and potential-fines warning.

the situation: *works out fine*